Donations and Payments to Joyful Mind Zen Community

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The practice of generosity, Dana – “offering freely that which can be given

Our teaching and instruction, practice spaces, and community activities are free to all. There is no requirement to become a member in order to practice with us. Please consider offering a donation to support our activities and to keep our meditation spaces open to all.

We are a Federally recognized Non-Profit 501 c (3) organization and your donations are tax-deductible. 

Please consider a regular donation, whatever is possible for you depending on your personal circumstances. We have suggested Donations:

  • Sustaining Member or Friend:  We appreciate a Monthly donation of $10, 20, or 30, or one-time Annual donation of $240 to 360.  Thank you!

  • General Donations : Any amount  at any time is appreciated!

  • Teachers freely offer teachings. If you wish to thank them financially, please designate when donating online, or drop a note in our baskets.

Ways to give donations —-or to make a payment for a workshop or retreat:

  • Paypal: Send donations HERE or use the blue QR Code BELOW, or Pay Pal Me

  • Zelle: Send donations to the Zelle of JoyfulMindZendo@gmail.com or use the black QR Code BELOW

    Online Donations Charge us 2-3% fee so consider adding a little extra, thank you!

  • Send a check :Payable to "Joyful Mind Zendo Inc”. Mail to our treasurer: J Harllee, Joyful Mind Zendo, 2801 Connecticut Ave NW, Apt 34, Washington DC 20008-1573. Since JMZ is a qualified § 501(c)(3) public charity, this will entitle you to a deduction if you itemize.

  • Cash donations are always welcome! Jars and envelopes will be available at our Zendos and Retreats

    Longer Range Giving Ideas

  • IRA Giving 

    If you are over 70-1/2 years old, you are eligible to give a gift directly from your IRA. This can have a tax advantage, since it can achieve the effect of itemizing even if you don't itemize. Your broker can advise you on the details. 

  • Gifts of Stock

    Do you have appreciated stocks or other marketable securities? If so, transferring them to JMZ can leverage your gift, since it will generally avoid capital gains tax. Your broker can tell you how to transfer the securities to JMZ's account at Vanguard. Our Treasurer, Jack Harllee, (202)986-3838, can give your broker the necessary information.

  • Donor Advised Fund

    Your broker may have set up a "Donor Advised Fund" for its clients that you can use. Such a fund can have tax advantages, though there generally will be a fee to pay.

  • Giving on Death

    A gift in your will or revocable trust will support JMZ. Your lawyer will be able to advise you on this, and prepare or amend the necessary documents. He or she should consult with our Treasurer, Jack Harllee (202)986-3838.

    You should consider consulting your tax adviser on these alternatives.