In the Buddhist tradition, the teachings are considered so precious as to be priceless. Thus they are given freely, with the opportunity to offer voluntary donations, or dana. Dana is the ancient Pali word for "spontaneous generosity of the heart."

Dana both supports IMCW and plays a central role in the spiritual life of a dharma practitioner. Generosity is the first of the ten paramis, or qualities of character, to be perfected in spiritual life. The very act of giving benefits the person who gives, for it opens the heart, lessens self-absorption, and serves the well being of others. Simply offering a small favor, a kind thought, a meal, or a flower may be a sincere form of spiritual practice. 

You may make your donation by: Credit Card online. Click here to make a secure online donation. Note: if donating monthly, to cancel or change your monthly gift, please email darlene@imcw.org and allow us 30 days to process your request. Thanks!

Check made out to IMCW and sent to:

IMCW
P.O. Box 212
Garrett Park, MD 20896

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All donations to IMCW are fully tax-deductible.
IMCW registered as a tax exempt, non-profit religious organization with the State of Maryland tax.  All donations to IMCW are tax-deductible to the extent provided by law.

Note: Any donation or dana contribution made to IMCW with the expectation that it will go to specific teacher(s) and/or manager(s) is not tax deductible.
You may designate your donation if you wish. 

We have established a Scholarship Fund and a fund dedicated to our long term goal of establishing a local meditation center.
We welcome any financial questions you may have.
Please contact IMCW at meditate at imcw.org with any questions.