Founded by Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche in 1984, Gampo Abbey is a Western Buddhist Monastery in the Shambhala tradition, in Nova Scotia, Canada. Under the direction of Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, the spiritual head of Shambhala International, Gampo Abbey is guided by its abbot the Venerable Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche. … [Read More...]
Beloved Buddhist teacher, author, nun and mother, Pema Chodron has inspired millions of people from around the world who have been touched by her example and message of practicing peace in these turbulent times. The Pema Chodron Foundation is dedicated to preserving and sharing Pema’s inspiration and teachings in order that they might help us all awaken wisdom and compassion in ourselves and the world around us.
On this website you can learn more about Pema’s work, teachings, and publications, and the vision of the Pema Chodron Foundation. The Pema Chodron Foundation supports:
The Training of Nuns in the Himalayas
Pema is particularly dedicated to doing whatever she can to make it possible for nuns to have the same opportunities for deep study and practice as monks have always had. Our support of the nuns will ensure that they’ll be able to learn, master, and pass down this tradition that could otherwise be lost. … [Read More...]
Book Initiative
The PCF Book Initiative aims to make Pema’s books and recorded teachings available to underserved individuals, and the organizations that serve them, free of charge. This program is for the benefit of those who have no access to Pema’s teachings, and to groups and not-for-profit organizations who serve people in need. … [Read More...]
Supporting At-Risk Communities
Pema is committed to assisting organizations which serve at-risk communities, particularly those organizations which promote healing and growth through mindfulness practices. The Pema Chödrön Foundation's support of these inspiring programs enables groups of vulnerable people to not only heal and grow, but also to thrive and flourish in their respective communities. The Foundation supports these essential programs for youth and adults alike. … [Read More...]