Activities and Services

Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition, Inc

Shares teachings and advice from Lama Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche.
Keeps the Board informed of the status of all parts of the FPMT, shares new policy and advice from the Board with the organization.
Keeps aware of the activities of the different aspects of the organization, being able to share information as helpful and needed.
Distributes information about the organization via various communication channels, including our website, social media and newsletters.
Provides information and support when appropriate to organizations and individuals wishing to interact with the FPMT.

Promotes and diffuses FPMT Wisdom Culture, which is the way of life and practice originated by the founders of the FPMT, throughout the organization.
In consultation with the board and FPMT teachers develops standard education programs and materials.
Advises the Board of FPMT Inc about new initiatives and policy which may be needed and helpful for the organization’s development.
Creates guidelines in response to the needs of the organization.
Assists groups or projects considering affiliation with FPMT.
Works to fulfill the administrative needs of the organization.

Produces texts, curricula and study materials for the different Dharma courses and teachings throughout the Foundation.
Supports the development and certification of qualified FPMT Dharma teachers.
Responds to the needs of centers, projects, services and students either directly or by referral to suitable sources of assistance.
Works with center directors, regional and national coordinators and others to support organizational development and solve problems.
Creates training workshops for those offering service.
Provides human resources assistance in appointing suitable teachers, directors and spiritual program coordinators
Arranges annual long life pujas for His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Arranges for the pujas and other virtuous activities put in place by Lama Zopa Rinpoche at various monasteries in Nepal and India for the development and harmony of the Foundation. Whenever these pujas are performed, monks read a one-page dedication prepared by Rinpoche, so that the merit is dedicated to removing all obstacles to all the FPMT Dharma activities (including all centers, projects and study groups) and for all students and the benefactors of the Puja Fund.

Raises funds for and manage charitable projects which include beneficial initiatives in alignment with Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s Vast Visions for FPMT such as: offering food to ordained Sangha; providing scholarships to study Buddhist philosophy; offering to the main teachers of the Lama Tsongkhapa tradition and sponsoring annual debates; offering grants for social services such as schools, hospitals and monastic institutions; providing comprehensive Dharma programs; translating Dharma texts; sponsoring holy objects: statues, stupas and prayer wheels; and saving animals.
Fundraises and manages and monitors grants from charitable projects

Fund Raising: We rely on the generosity of our global community to continue our vital work. Your contributions enable us to provide essential clerical services, the ability to distribute materials on precious Dharma teachings, and to offer critical grants to Buddhist centers worldwide.
We conduct all our fundraising efforts online and digitally, ensuring a secure and efficient way for you to contribute to the preservation of the Mahayana tradition. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a tangible difference in supporting our centers and spreading the Dharma.
Our financial grants provide much needed support to Buddhist centers, projects, and services
The Finance Department of International Office monitors funds and trusts dedicated to activities within the Foundation.

In dependence upon agreed priorities for the organization’s development and support, the different departments in International Office create an annual plan and budget, which requires approval by the Board of Directors of FPMT Inc. International Office operating expenses are funded through:
- - Friends of FPMT donations
  - An administrative fee charged on donations to managed accounts
  - Fundraising
  - Income from the Foundation Store
  - Investments Income
Each year International Office publishes Annual Review reports containing a summary of annual Financial Performances.