Our promise
Your Legacy
Jamyang Buddhist Centre has been creating space for people to open their hearts and sharpen their minds since 1978.
From humble to begins of travelers and spiritual seekers inviting the first Tibetan Lamas to come to the west, to the globally inspiring London based Centre we have today, Jamyang is inspiring in some many ways. One of the most noteworthy, being that the Centre has always predominantly been supported by the kindness and generosity of you, our students and community.
As we prepare to look forward to our 50th anniversary, we wish to rejoice in every act of generosity, from offerings of the smallest flowers to inspiring gifts, donations and sponsors that help to create the ongoing causes and conditions for Jamyang to continue sharing Buddhism in the West.
It is in that spirit that we have crafted our legacy giving fund; a fund which creates space people to think of Jamyang as they plan giving in their wills.
Through this fund we are creating a space where the legacy of your generosity reaches through generations, spreading the teachings of compassion and wisdom and empowers Jamyang to continue it’s good hearted work in sharing the Dharma and preserving the Mahayana Tradition.
Executive Director
Venerable Drolma
Understanding Legacy Giving
Legacy giving is a profound way to make a lasting difference. It allows you to designate a portion of your estate, a cash gift or other such donations such as stocks and shares, to support the Jamyang community, ensuring that your centre continues to thrive.
Your legacy gift helps sustain our centre’s vital programs, supports our teachers, monastic community and preserves our sacred spaces. It is a way to ensure that the light of Dharma continues to shine brightly.
How You Can Make a Difference
Including a legacy donation for Jamyang in your will may easier than you might think.
Types of Gifts
The two most common ways in which you can leave a legacy to Jamyang are Residuary and Pecuniary giving. Your solicitor will be able to advise you on what is most appropriate for your personal situation, and please know that all gifts, no matter their size, are gratefully received. Every meritful donation we receive is put to good use ensuring Jamyang can continue it’s work rooted in community.
A Residuary Gift
A share of your estate
Once you have made provisions for those near and dear to you, and tax requirements have been settled, you have the option to leave the remainder, or a share, of your estate to Jamyang. This is a simple way to hold Jamyang in your will, no matter your change in circumstances, and with no need to continually alter legal paperwork once the Residuary Gift is made in your will.
A Pecuniary gift
A monetary gift
This type of gift is a specific sum of money, that you have chosen to leave to Jamyang Buddhist Centre. This can be any size and shaped around what makes the most sense for you. If you already have a will in place, you won’t need to write a new one to leave a cash gift, you can simply make a ‘Codicil’ (a document that supplements your existing will)
An unrestricted gift
Unrestricted
Once you’ve taken care of loved ones and addressed any tax requirements, you may wish to consider leaving an unrestricted gift to Jamyang in your will. This can be a residual portion, or share, of your estate, allowing you to support Jamyang’s ongoing work without needing to update legal paperwork as circumstances change. This thoughtful gift will ensure Jamyang can continue to flourish and serve future generations, carrying forward the values and practices that are meaningful to you.
We understand however that some people may wish for their gift to be used for specific purposes, such as supporting The Sanctuary Project, or taking care of our resident Teacher and monastic community. However you feel inspired to give, your gifts are most welcome and we will gratefully honour your wishes.
Why Join the Legacy Fund
Our Trustee, long time community member and dear friend Robin shares why the Legacy Fund at Jamyang is so important and the reasons why people may feel inspired to join.
Our commitment to you
We promise to honor your legacy by managing your gift with the utmost care, ensuring that it is used efficiently and transparently to support the mission and values of Jamyang
We commit to respecting your wishes and intentions, expressing our deepest gratitude for your contribution, and recognising the profound impact of your generosity on our community.l
We pledge to use your legacy gift to create lasting positive change, fostering the growth and sustainability of our programs and facilities for future generations to benefit from our teachings and community.
We ensure that all discussions and decisions regarding your legacy gift are handled with the highest level of confidentiality and integrity, providing you with peace of mind and trust in our commitment.
We vow to maintain a personal connection with you, keeping you informed about the impact of your gift and inviting you to be part of our ongoing journey through regular updates and special events.
We dedicate ourselves to honouring your legacy by integrating your values and vision into our work, ensuring that your contribution continues to inspire and support our community long into the future.
We’re here to help
Contact
Do you have questions or need guidance? The Jamyang team is here to assist you and answer any questions you may have around legacy donations.
