Mission & Vision

The inspiration for the Light of Buddhadharma Foundation International (LBDFI) is the compassion and wisdom of the Buddha, as expressed in the Buddhadharma and brought forward through the living tradition of the Sangha. The vision of the Foundation is to apply the principle of loving compassion to achieve peace and harmony for all humanity.

Extending the work of its founder, Venerable Tarthang Tulku on behalf of world peace and the Buddhist cultural heritage, the Foundation's mission has four areas of activities:

• To support preservation and restoration of the shrines and cultural artifacts of India, the Aryadesha;
• To support pilgrimages and religious ceremonies at the holy places for practitioners of all Buddhist schools and denominations;
• To support research into and understanding of the texts, practices, and symbols of Buddhism, especially by sponsoring educational programs and events at the holy places;
• To promote mutual respect among all beings through the worldwide cooperation of men and women of good will.

We are a fully registered charity under the laws of the State of California, USA, with affiliate organizations in India and Thailand.