American Sri Lanka Buddhist Association

Want to join me in making a difference? I'm raising money to benefit Staten Island Meditation Center and Healing Garden (American Sri Lanka Buddhist Association), and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to our community. We need to raise $500,000 immediately to pour the foundation for our new building

The American Sri Lankan Buddhist Association, established in the early 1979 as a 501c3 non-profit organization, has been a cornerstone in promoting mindfulness, spiritual

growth, and community strength. Our center offers various programs including free meditation classes, discussions on Buddhist philosophy and its application for a fulfilling life, educational classes for children, personalized youth and family counseling, annual retreats and spiritual services. Serving Staten Islanders and the tri-state area, our mission

is to foster peace, harmony, and personal development through Buddhist principles.

Our programs empower individuals and families to realize their potential by embracing the concept of “self-awakening.”

We are committed to nurturing family values and building a supportive community fabric. Our dedicated volunteers, resident monks, and visiting monks offer their services

daily, providing guidance and education to all ages. Our Sunday School program focuses on cultivating positive attitudes, self-discipline, and concentration in children

and youth. We have successfully helped prevent substance abuse and other harmful behaviors, advocating for self-respect and respect towards others. Our center also plays

a pivotal role in community life, offering blessings and counseling for life's milestones and challenges.