Khyentse Foundation Celebrates Its Silver Jubilee
By Lynn Hoberg, executive director
By Lynn Hoberg, executive director
Happy 25th anniversary to Khyentse Foundation! In the beginning, KF’s purpose was to pool funds to support traditional monasteries and institutes, but Rinpoche’s aspiration to find new ways to spread the dharma to all corners of the world was clear even then. Rinpoche’s dedication to planting the seeds of dharma where they do not exist, and to nurturing and strengthening the roots of dharma where they do, has always been at the center of the foundation’s work. As KF grew, we devoted ourselves to becoming a modern patron of Buddhism so that we could help to realize Rinpoche’s vast vision. Twenty-five years later we have much to be thankful for, and even more still to do.
Since 2001, Khyentse Foundation has been a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in the United States, dedicated to supporting the study and practice of Buddhism. Like many charities we have a Board of Directors, advisors, and working committees, and we are governed by our own organizational guidelines and bylaws. But from the start, Rinpoche hoped that KF would be a way for people to make offerings and actively participate in helping others to find and uphold the dharma. What makes KF a unique organization is that we continually aim to view our work through the lens of the three supreme methods, setting our motivation, being unattached to outcomes, and dedicating any merit that may be generated to the benefit of all beings. The foundation’s work is an unusual mix of aspiration and detachment—truly a rich yet paradoxical practice.
In preparation for the coming 25th anniversary year, many of us have been reflecting on the tradition of offering at KF—the real root of the foundation—and the joy that comes from this practice. KF is a funder and supporter of others, and at the same time, is staffed by volunteers. Since the beginning, we have invited you to participate in the foundation’s work, by contributing financially, by offering your time, or simply by remembering us in your daily prayers. KF’s achievements would not have been possible without the generosity of our financial supporters, whether through a one-off or recurring donation, a planned gift, or matching funds sponsorship. Rinpoche has said many times that offering to KF instead of pursuing personal gain, or sacrificing your morning coffee to benefit the dharma, are worthy practices. Each of you can rejoice in the merit of whatever contribution you have made.
Working for KF is a deeply meaningful endeavor, yet it can often be challenging. Volunteering for the foundation most likely means frequently attending Zoom meetings at inconvenient times, navigating small misunderstandings that can seem like insurmountable problems, and repeatedly swallowing your pride. To everyone who has ever offered time to KF, we offer thanks and appreciation for your willingness to prioritize harmony and to view your work as a form of practice.
And to those who wish us well, may your kindness benefit all beings. Rinpoche has said many times that if all else fails, we always have our practice. Thank you for your thoughts.
To mark and celebrate KF’s silver jubilee, we look forward to sharing stories of our successes and challenges and to expressing our deep appreciation for your support. We also invite you to join us for many special events throughout 2026, including a Tara puja in India and an Ushnishavijaya puja in Canada. More information on these special events will come soon. Since our inception, Rinpoche has always said that KF is under the care of Arya Tara, our guardian deity. We are very pleased to partner with our sister organization, Siddhartha’s Intent, in inviting you to join the many online opportunities to practice the sadhana of Green Tara (Zabtik Drolchok). We hope you will keep KF in mind during your Tara practice, in thanks for her guidance and her blessings and to request her continued protection. Please join us for these anniversary year practices.
We look forward to celebrating our 25th year with you all! Make sure to follow us on social media and look out for our regular communications to learn more about our special events.
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