MERIT & CHARITY
An ancient teaching holds that “families who accumulate goodness will have surplus blessings; families who accumulate misdeeds will have surplus calamity.” Our actions—whether of kindness or otherwise—create ripples that extend beyond ourselves, influencing our own descendants for generations to come. This is not merely philosophy; it is a dynamic truth illustrated in stories like that of Liaofan Yuan , who actively transformed his destiny through conscious virtue. At Mahamani, we embrace this wisdom by weaving intentional giving into our very foundation.
Our Commitment
· We donate $1 from every order to support the Triple Gem (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha) and aid sentient beings.
· This amount will grow with our revenue, amplifying our shared impact.
Your Donation in Action
Your support follows two paths:
1. Offering to the Triple Gem (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha)
This includes supporting ordained monastics, contributing to the construction or maintenance of temples and meditation halls, funding the printing and distribution of sacred texts, and providing daily necessities to monastic communities.
2. Aiding Sentient Beings
This encompasses direct support to impoverished and remote regions of China—including but not limited to education, healthcare, and essential supplies—as well as the practice of life liberation (freeing captive animals) and other deeds dedicated to alleviating suffering.
Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche)
Michelle had her last audience with Pema Lodro Rinpoche/Kampu Chengdu, China.
Sangha
Our Transparency Commitment
We will publish annual reports detailing the allocation and impact of all donations.
Future Initiatives
Ethical Sourcing & Cultural Heritage
We plan to ethically source traditional handicrafts from remote communities, Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) projects, and special groups (e.g., deaf and mute artisans) across China—such as lacquerware crafted by deaf artisans, alongside other regional arts like Tibetan incense and bamboo weaving. This initiative provides sustainable livelihood support while actively preserving and promoting endangered traditional crafts, fulfilling a dual mission of social value and cultural heritage.
Plant-Based Fashion
Looking ahead, it is our vision to develop a line of accessories using innovative, high-quality plant-based materials. This future initiative is conceived with a dual purpose: to reduce environmental impact as a step toward sustainable fashion, and—in alignment with our foundational intention to cause no harm—to eliminate reliance on animal-derived materials, thereby protecting sentient beings.
Ultimate Vision
This cycle of giving nurtures our foundational dream: to one day establish an ashram where all can practice Dharma freely, removed from worldly obstacles, to cultivate wisdom and compassion together.
It is our deepest hope to collectively realize Bodhi—a vision that directly echoes the original vow to help, to connect, and to awaken.
Sharing of Merit
We sincerely dedicate all merits from these acts:
· May they benefit all sentient beings.
· And may they return to you, our cherished supporter, bringing wisdom, abundant blessings, and happiness.
Mani enlightens the infinity！