Monastic Support Application

Tara Mandala Monastic Support Application

Tara Mandala International Buddhist Retreat Center offers support to monastics who are engaged in pursuing the Nyingtig and Machig Labdrön lineages. This fund provides support to monastics with their monthly recurring costs of living and other small one-time purchases required for living.

We will require proof of identity (driver’s license, passport, etc.) to enter into a grant agreement with Tara Mandala. The applicant will also be asked to sign an Memorandum of Understanding with Tara Mandala outlining the terms of the grant. If you agree with these requirements, we encourage you to apply below.

Legal Name*
First Last
Preferred Name
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Preferred Pronoun
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Address
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Email*
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1. What is your overall reason for applying for this grant program?*
2. What is your Dharma history? When did you become a monastic and why?*
3. Who is your root Lama?*
4. Who are your teachers?*
5. What preliminary practices have you done?*
6. What Tara Mandala lineages are you a part of?*
7. What practices do you engage in related to Tara Mandala lineages?*

8. How much do you need for monthly support and what it is comprised of?*

Rent	Utilities	Food

9. What are one-time expenses you need, cost and item description?*
10. Do you receive other financial support or income and what sources?*
Please provide 3 references - a mix of personal and professional with Name, Phone, and Email:
Reference 1*
Name Phone Email
How do they know you?*
Reference 2*
Name Phone Email
How do they know you?*
Reference 3*
Name Phone Email
How do they know you?*
Please upload a photo & your spiritual resume*
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Monastic Support Application

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Tara Mandala Monastic Support Application