MAHAMUDRA
CENTRE FOR UNIVERSAL UNITY
Offerings of Practical Support
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New Roof for Main House Kitchen
The roof above the main house kitchen needs replacing. A kind-hearted benefactor has donated $5,000 of the estimated $15,000 needed. With your help, we can keep the heart of the house warm and dry.
We already have a supplier for the new roof
Blender
We’re seeking a good-quality, robust kitchen blender to support the preparation of nourishing meals and smoothies that sustain retreat guests throughout their stay.
This item can be purchased here
New Roof for Main House Kitchen
The roof above the main house kitchen needs replacing. A kind-hearted benefactor has donated $5,000 of the estimated $15,000 needed. With your help, we can keep the heart of the house warm and dry.
We already have a supplier for the new roof
Organic Cotton Sheets
We’re seeking 10 sets of organic bed sheets to help ensure our bed linen is as natural and breathable as possible, supporting deep, restorative sleep for those staying at the Centre.
This item can be purchased here
Pillows
We’re seeking 10 supportive, good-quality pillows to help create a natural and restful sleeping environment that encourages deep, rejuvenating rest for our retreat guests.
This item can be purchased here
At different times, the Mahamudra Centre has practical needs—items that help us care for the land, maintain our facilities, and continue offering retreats and teachings in a peaceful and supportive environment.
This page lists specific items we're currently seeking support with. Some are small and everyday; others are larger and longer-term. All of them contribute in meaningful ways to the ongoing life and work of the Centre.
There are two ways you can help. Either by purchasing and sending an item directly to the Centre or by contributing towards the cost of an item through a donation. Each item listed includes details, and a link to purchase (where possible). At the bottom of this page, you’ll find two forms—one to let us know if you’re buying and sending an item, and another if you’d prefer to donate towards something.
Making offerings in a Buddhist temple is a ritual that signifies respect and devotion to the Buddha and the Dharma. Offerings are not given to the Buddha as a gift, but rather as an act of generosity that generates merit for the giver and benefits their own practice.
Why make offerings?
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Accumulating merit:
Offerings are believed to generate good karma and accumulate merit, which helps in achieving a higher rebirth and eventually, enlightenment.
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Positive qualities:
Offerings are seen as a way to develop positive qualities like respect, gratitude, and inspiration.
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Remedy for attachments:
Making offerings can help to purify negative qualities like greed and attachment.
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Blessings and power:
Offerings are also believed to stimulate the blessings and power of the Buddhas.
What happens after the offering:
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Merit accumulation:
The act of making the offering itself creates merit, which is stored and can be used to support future positive actions.
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Blessings:
Offerings are believed to bring blessings to the person making them, as well as to the Buddha and the community.
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Dedication:
The good karma generated by the offering can be dedicated to others, such as deceased relatives or individuals in need.
The offering is not because the Buddhas need it or want it, rather the offering is for you, an opportunity for you to create merit, good karma.
Your support—no matter the size—is deeply appreciated.
Let Us Know How You Can Help
Thank you for exploring ways to support the Centre through practical offerings. To help us keep track and coordinate support, please use one of the forms below:
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Use the first form if you’re purchasing and sending an item directly to the Centre
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Use the second form if you’d prefer to donate towards the cost of an item
Every offering—big or small—makes a difference. We’re truly grateful for your generosity and care.
Purchase
If you’d like to buy and send us an item, just fill in the form below so we know what’s on its way. When ordering online, you can use the Centre’s delivery address:
Mahamudra Centre, 2183 Main Colville Road, Colville 3584, New Zealand.
Donate
If you’d prefer to support an item by making a financial contribution towards its cost, please use the form below. You can enter any amount that feels right to you, and optionally note which item you’re supporting.