Tara Mandala is dedicated to expanding access to Buddhist teachings and practices to make Dharma more accessible to everyone and foster crucial conversations about the barriers preventing underprivileged communities from accessing these teachings.
Scholarships
Evada Scholarship Fund
The Evada Fund was established in 1995 to extend the practice of generosity, known as dana to members of the sangha who, due to financial hardship, may not otherwise be able to attend Tara Mandala retreats. Through the Evada Fund, many individuals have had the opportunity to experience these teachings and visit the sacred land of Tara Mandala, a journey they might not have been able to afford otherwise.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Fund
The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship Fund was established at Tara Mandala in 2015, and seeded through a generous donation by an anonymous donor. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Scholarships are for people of color and/or those who are underrepresented due to their gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, and ethnicity, and those in need of financial support.
Certifications & Long-Term Pathways
Annual program fee scholarships for Magyu, Gateway, and the Ösel Nyingtig Programs are awarded based on funds available. If you are awarded a scholarship, the award amount will be deducted from the total amount owed for your program. We also offer installment plans to make paying for your program more affordable over time. Please apply for all scholarships prior to registering for a retreat or course.
There is a separate form for Feeding Your Demons® below. The Tara Mandala Scholarship application is for all Tara Mandala online programs (live and self-paced), onsite retreats, and annual program fees.
Become a Benefactor
We are deeply grateful to the donors and our generous Sangha Benefactors whose support sustains the Evada and EDI Scholarship Funds. Their kindness enables us to offer teachings to a wider community. We are also thankful to those who contribute above the minimum on our sliding scale for retreat fees, as these donations directly support these scholarship funds. Please consider making a contribution today and help share these precious teachings with even more members of our Sangha!
On behalf of everyone who has received scholarships and expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Tara Mandala, we extend their gratitude to our generous sponsors and benefactors.
Installment Plans
Understanding that everyone’s financial situation is different, Tara Mandala aims to make programs as accessible as possible. During registration, participants have the option to either pay the program fee in full or select the Installment Payment Plan. For those choosing the installment plan, a 25% deposit is required at registration, with the remaining balance automatically divided into equal monthly payments. The final payment is due 14 days before the program begins. If retreat enrollment occurs close to the start date, additional arrangements can be made.
For any questions or special requests, the Finance Team is available via the email form provided here.
Scholarship Guidelines & Terms
- One scholarship per person per program.
- Each applicant must fill out and submit an application.
- Scholarships are need-based and can cover from 20-75% of the registration fee for a given retreat, course, or long-term program annual fee depending on the funds that are available.
- Monastics are eligible for scholarships ranging from 25-100% based on need.
- Applicants will be asked to describe their financial need for a scholarship in writing.
- Scholarships cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers.
- Limited scholarships are available for certification programs.
If you have any questions, please contact our Registrar here.
