Donations – A Sincere Appeal

We are currently embarking on a campaign to raise funds towards the building of Kechara World Peace Centre, the spiritual retreat centre that will bring tremendous benefit to many.  As we are still far from reaching the target, we pray that you will be able to contribute generously to the fund with an open heart.  No matter if it is a long term regular donation or simply a random contribution, any amount is highly appreciated.

In view of this noble venture, we are extending our sincere invitation to you to assist us in our various fundraising avenues. This is also a golden opportunity to acquire merit for oneself and a way to extend compassion to all sentient beings by upholding and spreading the Dharma in a beneficial way.

Monthly Cash Donations

Regular monthly donations are extremely helpful in allowing us to plan our finances in a more stable manner.  Of course, you may still stop making monthly payments or change the amount of your monthly contribution at any time, by contacting our Treasury.

Ad Hoc Cash Donations

Ad hoc or one-time donations are always appreciated; they are a valuable contribution towards the operations costs.

Planned Giving

It is our hope to provide as much information as possible so that our kind donors are ready to contemplate the two difficult topics of death and money.  Planned giving insures that after one passes away there is certainty around the deceased’s wishes.  In some world areas there may be local laws which dictate what happens to your assets if you do not have a Will. Wise financial planning can secure your future and that of your loved ones and ensure that your final wishes are met.

If you have been inspired by the charitable causes that Kechara World Peace Centre will undertake and would like to make a difference after your death, you could support by making a charitable bequest.  Bequests can be made through gifts of cash, securities, precious metals and real estate.  If you are interested to explore this option, we are more than happy to have a member of our Executive Committee speak to you/or your professional advisors on your wishes for your estate.

Please feel free to contact us at any time.  Making a bequest to Kechara World Peace Centre in your name leaves an important legacy for the future, ensuring the growth of Dharma for generations to come.

Your inquiry and the information you share will be held in strict confidence.  We will be happy to coordinate with your professional advisors regarding the legal, tax, and financial implications before you decide on any charitable bequest.

Gift of Stock or Property

In many countries, donation of stocks, securities, unit trusts or property entitles you to a tax deduction for the market value of the donated stock.  You can also avoid capital gains tax on any appreciation of the stock by donating the stock prior to sale.  This is a good way to express your generosity while maximizing tax benefits.  If you would like to consider donation of stock to Kechara World Peace Centre, we would like to hear from you.

The Inland Revenue Department of Malaysia stipulates that gifts of money to approved institutions or organizations are tax deductable from aggregate income.

If you would like to make a contribution in one of the above ways we would be happy to talk to you.

Get Involved

Volunteering your time and effort together with us as we undertake the development of Kechara World Peace Centre is one of the most rewarding ways to make a real difference in the lives of others.  Most people join us because they want to give something back to society.

By volunteering, you touch lives and that leaves you the satisfaction of knowing that you have made a lasting impression by your effort.  Also, by understanding others’ difficulties and dedicating time to tackling them together, you gain new skills, witness fresh approaches to all sorts of situations, and acquire greater confidence to draw on in the future.  Volunteering is a hands-on way of building a fairer world, one that allows you to get out of your usual routine and experience a culture that’s often different from your own.

There are many ways in which you could volunteer your services.  If you would like to see how you can help, please drop us a line and we will be glad to fit you in.