Giving Happiness To Others
Kadampa Meditation Center New York exists to give happiness to others through serving the General Public. We are open every day of the year to visitors and guests.
The River Reporter newspaper (serving the Upper Delaware River Valley Region) recognized KMC NY this year as the “Best Place of Worship,” according to their 2010 readers’ poll.
Our magnificent US World Peace Temple has been designated as a “tourist attraction” by the State of New York, and was also recognized by River Reporter readers in 2010 as having the “Best Atmosphere.”
In addition to a year-round program of modern Buddhist classes, workshops and retreats, our Center facilitates personal retreats and quiet getaways throughout the year. KMC-NY is a member of the Sullivan County Visitors Association, Chamber of Commerce and Bed and Breakfast Association.
KMC NY is an ideal destination for a Day Trip outing. After touring the Temple, guests can enjoy a lovely World Peace “Dessert” Café, a contemporary Gift Shop and Buddhist bookstore, and beautiful wooded walking paths, a pond and streams. (We are a photographer’s paradise!)
Our community is committed to cherishing our neighbors by participating in local activities such as Lumberland town meetings, outdoor fairs throughout the region, and an annual local 4th of July parade.
We take responsibility to maintain a two-mile stretch of County Road 31 by keeping it free from trash.
We also provide chaplaincy services to patients of Bon Secours Hospital in Port Jervis upon request.
Although exempt from property tax as a non-profit organization, KMC NY makes an annual voluntary donation to the town of Lumberland in support for road maintenance, schools, and community projects.
We are very grateful to be part of and to serve this wonderful Tri-State area!
