The Organization
Dzogchen Shri Singha Foundation USA, Inc. was founded to assist His Eminence Dzogchen Khenpo Choga Rinpoche in the transmission of the authentic teachings of the Dzogchen Lineage to the West. The Foundation is an IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated in Nevada in 2001. The states represented on the board of directors are Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, Utah and Nevada. Members of the Foundation are drawn from many regions and walks of life. The Foundation’s primary purpose is to support the preservation and activities of the Dzogchen Lineage, for the benefit of all beings. It endeavors to make this precious ancient lineage of positive thinking more accessible to modern society.
Eight Goals of the Foundation
- Preserving the ancient unbroken Dzogchen Wisdom Lineage of Tibetan Buddhism.
- Supporting Dzogchen Khenpo Choga Rinpoche and other authentic Dzogchen masters to teach, train, write and collaborate; allowing them to share the Dharma wisdom with all who are interested.
- Supporting the translation of the Dzogchen teachings into English, the “universal” language of the contemporary world.
- Supporting monastic and lay practitioners of all levels and ages to study and practice the precious Dzogchen Lineage.
- Supporting people of all cultural and spiritual backgrounds, thus facilitating harmony, communication, understanding and respect in worldwide multicultural society.
- Establishing the Dzogchen Retreat Center, a Dharma base for Dzogchen Lineage practitioners in the United States and throughout the world.
- Supporting the World Peace Program that will reduce violence, criminal activity, and unhealthy behavior in our global society.
- Supporting a cohesive community that cooperates with other organizations to protect the welfare of all animals and the environment.
Mission Statement
Dzogchen Shri Singha Foundation’s mission is to support the preservation, practice, and transmission of the ancient and unbroken Dzogchen tradition in the modern world. The Dzogchen Wisdom Lineage—Buddha’s entire authentic teaching—is a time-tested tradition of practice with specific techniques to achieve both the immediate goal of individual happiness and the ultimate goal of Vast Awakening.
Our Larger Community
Our Dzogchen Shri Singha international community is comprised of hundreds of Dzogchen Dharma centers and thousands of individuals from over 40 countries on five continents. These practitioners come from a broad range of religions, races and cultures. We have come together to practice Dzogchen for the true happiness of all beings.
Circle of Compassion
The Circle of Compassion is a giving program of the Foundation which enables our generous patrons to participate in our mission of preserving the Dzogchen Lineage. Kind-hearted people who would like to support our mission are invited to join the Circle of Compassion.
Dzogchen Retreat Center USA Project
For the peace and happiness of all beings, the Dzogchen Shri Singha Foundation USA is asking for your support in establishing the Dzogchen Retreat Center USA, under the spiritual guidance of Dzogchen Khenpo Choga Rinpoche. The goal of the Project is to purchase real property that will be used to establish a Dharma Base where all people can eradicate the root of suffering in this world, negative thinking and destructive emotions. Kind-hearted people who would like to support this project can learn more on the Dzogchen Retreat Center USA Project website.
Contact Us
In addition to our online donation system for the Circle of Compassion, donations to the Dzogchen Retreat Center USA Project or to the Circle of Compassion can be made via check or money order payable to Dzogchen Shri Singha Foundation USA and mailed to:
Dzogchen Shri Singha Foundation USA
4325 Commerce St, Suite 111-442
Eugene, OR 97402-5467
Please make a note on your check memo field if your contribution is intended specifically for the Dzogchen Retreat Center USA Project or more generally to support all programs of the Foundation via the Circle of Compassion. If there is no memo, we will use your donation to support all Foundation programs.
You can also contact the Foundation by telephone at 702-293-1685 and by email.
