Katog Ri’throd
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Newton County Commodities Program
Sangha members volunteer once a month at the Newton County Commodities Program, which is a program that distributes free food to people living below the poverty level. The program serves 65-85 families.
Katog Vajra Ling
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Saving Lives in Connecticut
Sangha members purchased a total of more than 400 eels from a bait shop and released them in the river on four auspicious days: Saga Dawa, Chotrul, Chotrul Duchen, Chokor Duchen, and Lha Bab Duchen.
Katog Mati Ling
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Prison Meditation Program
Sangha members provided meditation training for prisoners at both the men’s and women’s prison.
Katog Vajra Ling
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Giving of Oneself for Others
A sangha member donated blood three times during 2022, and donated hair to a local organization for use by those needing wigs due to illness.
Katog Ewam Ling
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Food Bank Donations
Sangha members purchased, donated, and delivered pre-packaged food bags along with monetary donations of more than $500 to the Southeast Alaska Food Bank, which provides food to “Food Pantries” and local shelters throughout the Southeast Alaska area.
Katog Vajra Ling
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Food for Families in Need
Sangha members boxed and loaded food with United Way for distribution to families with children during the summer when school meals were not available.