SHAMBHALA CENTER MEMBERSHIP

Many of us, once we begin to feel a connection to the Minneapolis Shambhala Center, want to know: What's involved in becoming a member? How can I support the Center? Membership is a commitment to strengthening our community through practice, financial giving, and service.

First of all, there is no requirement to join. Ever. Almost all of our activities are open to anyone, though many classes and trainings do have prerequisites. Meditation instruction, public meditation, and some of our introductory offerings are offered without charge, though donations are certainly appreciated.

That said, here is some information about membership. We are a growing community of approximately 65 members.  We sustain ourselves primarily through dues and donations, and a percentage of our income supports Shambhala International. In joining the Minneapolis Center, one also becomes a member of the international Shambhala
mandala.

It would be wonderful if we could all support the Center financially, socially, through volunteerism, through membership, or by attending programs. However, just our presence in the meditation hall is appreciated. The more we fill the Shambhala Center with meditation, the more powerful and magnetizing it will become for others. In that way we can build a thriving practice community. 

Specific Guidelines

Membership dues and donations pay our basic operating expenses of mortgage and utilities. The nominal guideline is $40 per month, $80 for couples, but each person decides what level of support fits his or her situation.  Some pay more; some pay less; the minimum is $5 per month.  Every contribution is helpful and greatly appreciated. 

If you choose to become a dues paying member, membership cards are available at the Shambhala Center. Simply fill out a membership card indicating how much you would like to contribute and either drop it in the donation box or mail it in the pre-addressed envelope.

You can pay by check at whatever frequency you prefer – monthly, quarterly, or annually.  Either drop your check in the donation box or mail it to:

Shambhala Meditation Center

Attn: Connie Brock

2931 Grand St. N.E.

Mpls. MN  55418

If you would like to have your donation automatically taken from your checking account each month, this is the most convenient way for us.  Just provide a voided check.

All dues and donations are tax deductible.

If you have questions or would like to discuss membership, please contact

Stephanie Westerlund Wagner: 612.210.7255; stwesterlund@hotmail.com.

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Shambhala Center of Minneapolis
2931 Grand Street NE, Minneapolis,  MN 55418
Tel. (612) 331 7737    Email: bjor6n@gmail.com