Lukol Directory: Society: Religion and Spirituality: Buddhism: Lineages: Tibetan: Organizations

Amitabha Foundation
Founded by H.E. K.C. Ayang Rinpoche to preserve Tibetan culture and support Tibetan refugees in exile. Its activities reflect the intertwining of Buddhism and Tibetan culture.
http://www.amitabhafoundation.org/

Institute of Buddhist Learning and Practice
IBLP was established by His Eminence Khejok Rinpoche, abbot of the Dhe-Tsang Monastery in Tibet. Its purpose is to spread Buddhist teachings, in particular of the Gelugpa tradition. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia.
http://www.iblp.ca/

Dorje Ling Buddhist Center
Representing the 700-year-old Jonang Tradition of Tibetan Buddhism under the guidance of Tulku Tashi Gyaltsan Rinpoche, with centers in Atlanta, New York, and Taiwan. Information on lineage, teachers, events; photo gallery, and audio teachings (RealAudio required.)
http://www.jonang.org/index.asp

Sangye Temple Buddhist Organisation
Information about Sangye Temple, directed by Khenpo Sangpo Rinpoche. Brief biographies of the teachers, their projects in Tibet, and teachings.
http://www.sangye.org

Shambhala Organisation
Shambhala is an international community of 165 meditation centers led by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche; founded by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche. Program, news, teachers of Shambala Organisation.
http://www.shambhala.org/

United Trungram Buddhist Fellowship
A worldwide organization providing teachings, meditation guidance and engaged in social welfare work. It follows the Trungram Tradition of the Kagyu School of Vajrayana Buddhism. Information on centers, projects, teachers, and Tibetan calendar.
http://utbf.org

Charitable Assistance Society Online
A group under the guidance of H.H. Dalai Lama and other Lamas that supports a number of charitable activities and Buddhist programs. Listing of activities and events.
http://www.geocities.com/cas_sg/

Sakya Ngor Ewam Phende Ling
Centers in the Ngor Sakya tradition under the direction of H.E. Phende Rinpoche. Includes basic teachings on Tibetan Buddhism, the Sakya lineages and Lamas.
http://www.sakya-ngor.org

Jewel Heart
A spiritual, cultural, and humanitarian organization that translates the ancient wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism into contemporary life.
http://www.jewelheart.org/

Shambhala Europe
Information about the European community of meditation centers in Europe led by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche and founded by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche.
http://shambhala-europe.org

Karmapa Thaye Dorje and the Dhagpo Kagyu Mandala
Information concerning the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, Thaye Dorje and his European centers.
http://www.dhagpo-kagyu.org/

The Longchen Foundation
The Longchen Foundation is a community of Buddhist teachers and students practicing meditation in the Mahayana and Dzogchen traditions of Buddhism. Located in the UK, led by Rigdzin Shikpo.
http://www.longchen.demon.co.uk/index.htm

Mindrolling
Devoted to Mindrolling Tibetan monastery in India. It is one of the major monastic lineages in the Nyimgma tradition. Included is information about its history, associated centers in India, Tibet, and China, teachers, news and contact data.
http://www.mindrolling.com/

Intercollegiate Diamond Way Buddhist Network
University groups that are part of the Karma Kagyu School of Tibetan Buddhism, under the direction of Lama Ole Nydhal. Contains teachings, listing of centers, and links to other Diamond Way sites.
http://www.diamondway-buddhism-university....

The Aro gTer
A lineage within the Nyingma tradition of Vajrayana Buddhism. Information about all the associated Sanghas, teachers, and projects.
http://www.aroter.org/

Jhamtse Foundation
A foundation in Omaha Nebraska to promote Tibetan culture and language, Buddhist practice, and find sponsors for monks, nuns, and lay people in Tibet, India, and Nepal.
http://jhamtse.org

Jnanasukha
Dedicated to the female buddha Yeshe Tsogyal in the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhism. Projects include scriptural translation, sacred art, education, and spiritual retreats.
http://jnanasukha.org

Chokling Tersar Foundation
Organization devoted to preserving the tradition of the Chokling Tersar lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. Based in California, place for teaching and practice of the Vajrayana tradition of Buddhism following the lineage passing through Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche and Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche. The spiritual heads are H.E. Tsikey Chokling Rinpoche and Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche, the abbot of Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling, one of the largest monasteries in Nepal.
http://www.choklingtersar.org/

Chagdud Gonpa Foundation
To preserve Nyingma teachings and to provide instruction in the traditions of Vajrayana Buddhism, especially the arts, philosophy, and meditation practices. Sponsors many events and retreats throughout the year. Established in 1983 by Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche.
http://www.snowcrest.net/chagdud/main/cgf....

Nalandabodhi, and Karmapa News
Nalandabodhi is a network of Buddhist meditation and study centers, and offers an extensive curriculum of Buddhist studies and practice. This site contains the current news about Karmapa Ugyen Trinley Dorje, as well as an archive of news references compiled since his escape in January, 2000.
http://www.nalandabodhi.org/index.html

The Rigdzin Community
A community in the Nyingma lineage directed by Namkha Rinpoche. Information on centers, schedules, and projects.
http://www.namkha.org/HOME.html

The Zangdok Palri Institute
Founded by Dzogchen Ranyak Patrul Rinpoche the Institute presents a non-degree course in general Buddhist studies, and a six-year degree course for Dzogchen practitioners. Detailed information on both courses, schedules, and enrollment forms.
http://www.zangdokpalriinstitute.org/

Nitartha Institute
Modeled on the Tibetan tradition of monastic colleges, or shedra, preserving the tradition of analytical meditation, contemplative study, and dharma conversation (debate). Includes curriculum, listing of faculty, and list of publications.
http://www.nitarthainstitute.org

HH Penor Rinpoche and the Palyul Lineage
Information on HH the Third Drubwang Penor Rinpoche, Throneholder of Palyul Monastery and Supreme Head of the Nyingmapa, and also on the Palyul lineage, the Nyingma School, Tibetan Buddhism in general, and Palyul Changchub Dargyeling, a network of Palyul centers under the direction of Khenpo Tsewang Gyatso. Mill Valley, CA.
http://www.palyul.org

Rangrig Yeshe Center
An organization in the Nyingma Tradition under the direction of Shyalpa Rinpoche. Teaching schedule, contact information, and projects.
http://www.tibetan-buddhist.org

Ewam
An organization in the Nyingma tradition directed by Gochen Tulku Sang-ngag Rinpoche, especially to preserve the lineage of Tsa-sum Ling-pa. Information on the teachers, locations, current projects, and schedule of events.
http://www.ewam.org/

Light of Berotsana
Group founded to translate Tibetan texts into English. Information on translation projects and group members.
http://www.berotsana.org/

Zhyisil Chokyi Ghatsal
Dharma activities and publishing of the teachings of the lineage holders of the Karma Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism. Biographies, online teachings, book excerpts, and online book catalog are available.
http://www.greatliberation.org

Pundarika Foundation
Information on world-wide teaching schedules of Tsoknyi Rinpoche, Mingyur Rinpoche, and Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche, newsletters (require Acrobat Reader,) and other activities of the organization.
http://www.pundarika.org/

Bodhicharya
A non-profit educational association directed by Ringu Tulku Rinpoche aimed at exposing the ancient wisdom of Buddhism to the modern world while preserving it in Tibet and the Himalayas. List of projects and Rinpoche's teaching schedule.
http://www.bodhicharya.org/

Muktinath - Annapurna - Nepal
Muktinath Foundation International is a non-profit group working to preserve the Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage site Muktinath - Chumig Gyatsa - and the cultural and religious heritage connected to it. Includes biographies of its Abbot, Lama Wangyal, his Grandfather, image galleries, news, and travel information.
http://www.muktinath.org

Wisdom Path
A non-profit educational organization under the direction of Lama Lhanang Rinpoche of the Nyingma Longchen Nying-Thig tradition with centers located mainly in California. Listing of projects, Lama's biography, center schedules, and contact information.
http://www.wisdompath.org/

Jonang Foundation
Resource center for information regarding the Jonang Tibetan Buddhist tradition as well as projects hosted by Jonang Foundation.
http://www.jonangfoundation.org

Rigpa Shedra
A study college, established in 2000, at the principal teaching centre of Lerab Ling, in the South of France. Schedule, information about teachers, curriculum, and how to participate.
http://www.rigpashedra.org/

Diamond Way Buddhism
Karma Kagyu tradition. Ole Nydahl's organisation, supporting the Karmapa Thaye Dorje.
http://www.diamondway-buddhism.org/

Padmasambhava Buddhist Center
Established by Khenchen Palden Sherab Rinpoche and Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche to spread the teachings of Buddhism according to the Nyingma lineage. List of centers, teaching and retreat schedules, and teachers' biographies.
http://www.padmasambhava.org/pbc/

Vairotsana Foundation
Meditation centers under the direction of Bhakha Tulku Rinpoche. Practice schedules, center contact information, projects, and biographies of teachers.
http://www.vairotsana.org

Tibet Foundation
London based organisation disseminating the works of the Dalai Lama, promoting the understanding of Tibetan Buddhism and culture, and helping in the provision of education and healthcare for Tibetans in exile and in Tibet.
http://www.tibet-foundation.org/

International Kalacakra Network
Entirely dedicated to the Kalachakra Tantra practice as a resource for pratitioners. Contains extensive illustrated documentation, Kalachakra calendar, mandala images, teachings by various Lamas, and links to discussion groups.
http://www.kalachakranet.org

Dharma Friendship Foundation
Dedicated to the study and practice of Buddhism. Online library of articles and Dharma audio, plus class information. Resident teacher: Venerable Thubten Chodron. Located in Seattle, Washington.
http://dharmafriendship.org

The Liberation Prison Project
Offers books and study material to prison inmates.
http://www.liberationprisonproject.org

Kagyu Media Lab
A volunteer organization working with sanghas throughout the world to share recorded dharma material.
http://www.dharma-media.org

Norbulingka Institute
Located in Dharamsala, India, dedicated to the preservation of Tibetan art and culture.
http://www.norbulingka.org/

Siddhartha's Intent
An international Buddhist association of non-profit centers, with the principal intention of preserving the Buddhist teachings, as well as increasing an awareness and understanding of the many aspects of the Buddhist teaching, beyond the limits of cultures and traditions. Under the guidance of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche.
http://www.siddharthasintent.org

Emaho Foundation
This non-profit organization is devoted to the work of ZaChoeje Rinpoche. All of his work is centered on teaching and assisting the region of Tibet he is responsible for, as appointed by H.H. the Dalai Lama.
http://www.emahofoundation.org

Unfettered Mind
Individual and group instruction in buddhist meditation methods. Includes articles and information on retreats and meditation methods.
http://www.unfetteredmind.org/

Tibetan Nuns Project
The project provides basic humanitarian aide to refugee nuns from Tibet now living in India. Five different nunneries, each from a different Tibetan Buddhist tradition, receive support. Listing of projects and ways to donate to them.
http://www.tnp.org/

Vajrayana Foundation Hawaii
Organization for the preservation and dissemination of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhism founded by Lama Tharchin Rinpoce and directed by Lama Yeshe Wangmo in the Hawaiian islands. Information about Tibetan Art Institute and College of Buddhist Studies.
http://www.vajrayanahawaii.org/

The Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition
Organization devoted to the transmission of the Mahayana Buddhist tradition and values worldwide through teaching, meditation, and community service.
http://www.fpmt.org/

Rangjung Yeshe Gomde, Denmark
A place in Europe for teaching and practice of the Vajrayana tradition of Buddhism following the lineage passing through Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche and Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche. The spiritual head is Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche.
http://www.gomde.dk

Pema Kod Project for the Preservation of Buddhadharma
A project involving reconstruction and preservation of the very sacred Pema Köd retreat land in Northern India. Project history and description.
http://www.pemakodproject.org/

German Khordong Association
Information about H.H. Chhimed Rigdzin Rinpoche, associated centers, his main deciples and projects. Includes contact information and photo gallery.
http://www.khordong.net/Engl/index_e.html

Dharmaling - Organization for the Preservation of the Vajrayana Tradition
A site dedicated to Mahayana-Vajrayana Buddhism, of Tibetan School. Teachings, advices, mailing list, and even possibility to ask question directly to a Sangha member.
http://dharmaling.org

Sertok Gaden Choekhorling Monastery
Information about the founding of the monastery,its director, Ven. S. Chusang Rinpoche, and associated monasteries.
http://www.geocities.com/chusang_rinpoche/...

Dharma Access Project
Brailled Buddhist prayers are provide for free upon request - bound Brailled copies of The Four Immeasurables and the Prayer of Shantideva to any Dharma center or member who would like one for a family member or friend who is blind.
http://www.dharmaaccessproject.org

Satdharma
The purpose of Satdharma is to propagate the unique transmission of the Karma Kagyü lineage that the Vajra Regent received from Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche and conferred upon the current lineage holder, Patrick Sweeney, Trime Lhawang.
http://www.satdharma.org/

Rangjung Yeshe Institute
An international institute for Buddhist higher studies in Boudhanath, Nepal, modeled on a traditional Tibetan Shedra, under the guidance of Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche and Chokling Rinpoche.
http://www.shedra.com

Ripa Ladrang Foundation
Supports and preserves the teaching, practice and study of Tibetan Buddhism, of the Nyingma tradition and Ripa lineage. Under the direction of H. E. Namkha Drimed Rabjam Rinpoche. Information on the teachers, teaching schedules, foundation projects, requesting divinations, and photo galleries.
http://www.ripaladrang.org/index.htm

Osel Dorje Nyingpo
Dedicated to the teaching of Tantric Vajrayana Buddhism under the direction of Ven. Khempo Yurmed Tinly Rinpoche. Biography of Khempo Yurmed, projects, translations, and his teaching schedule.
http://www.khempo.com

Kunzang Palyul Choling
Centers under the direction of Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo. Information on each center and its activities.
http://www.tara.org/

Tara Dhatu - Pure Realm of Tara
Organization dedicated to inspiring and uplifting humanity through the sacred arts, focusing on the Dance of the 21 Praises of Tara. Tara Dhatu also has charity programs aiding Tibetan refugees in India and Nepal.
http://www.taradhatu.org/

Dudjom Tersar
Organization under the direction of Shenphen Dawa Rinpoche to preserve the Dudjom Tersar lineage of H.H.Dudjom Rinpoche, Nyingma.pa Lineage. Contains information on centers, schedule of events, prayers and other texts, and photo galleries.
http://www.tersar.org/

Dhagpo Kagyu Ling
European center for the Kagyu buddhist tradition affiliated with Karmapa Thaya Dorje. Schedule, projects, contact information.
http://www.dhagpo-kagyu-ling.org/anglais/

Kagyu Rime Dharjay Choeling Centre
Information about this center established in New Zealand by His Eminence Beru Khyentse Rinpoche in the Karma Kagyu Lineage.
http://www.rigpedorje.com

Osel Study Group
A group situated in Goa, India which offers the ability to register and to request or offer prayers, pujas, tsa tsa, prayer flags, and distant Reiki.
http://www.oselgroup.org


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