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depending solely on the support of those who sit here.
Our operating expenses are high, primarily
due to the commercial rent for our centrally located space.
Annual membership dues are a principal way for us to
meet these expenses.
We invite you to further your commitment to Zen practice
by becoming a member and supporting the zendo that
creates the structure for your practice to develop.
Dana for Our Teachers
In order to keep our dues as low as possible, our two
teachers have waived receiving a salary, depending
solely on the ancient Buddhist custom of dana - free giving.
If you would like to show your appreciation to our teachers,
you may add a free-will dana offering to your membership
dues – either to your annual payment in full or to your quarterly
payments. You also may put your offering in the Dana Box
at the zendo or send it in any time during the year,
clearly marking dana on the check.
Membership Benefits
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donation waiver for all scheduled sittings |
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discounted fees for retreats and workshops |
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one to one teaching (daisan or dokusan) (available to members only) |
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access to audio dharma talks online (available to members only) |
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first preference for week sesshin registration |
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access to the book and video library |
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use of zendo for private sitting |
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dues are tax deductible |
Membership Rates
Payments can be made in full or on a quarterly basis.
For those who join after the September-August year
has begun, the dues are pro-rated.
Basic Annual Membership (September 1-August 31):
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$550 if paid in full |
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$140 per quarter, if paid in quarterly installments. |
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Full payment due: September 30 |
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Quarterly payments due: September 30, November 30, February 28, May 31 |
Long Distance Student Membership: $450
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Full payment due: September 30 |
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Quarterly payment ($115 each) due: September 30, November 30, February 28, May 31 |
Pro-rated Schedule (for those who join after November 30)
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December 1-February 28: $345 |
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Dec.1-Feb.28 : $420 ($345 for LDS) |
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March 2-May 31: $280 ($230 for LDS) |
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June1-Aug. 31: $140 ($115 for LDS) |
Checks payable to Still Mind Zendo
Please mark DUES on the check
Still Mind Zendo
37 W. 17th St., 6th floor
New York, N.Y. 10011
Membership forms are available at the zendo, click here for a printable version