Golden statue of Guru Padmasambhava against a sunset sky over the mountains

One lotus. Many hands. Infinite blessings.

We preserve and spread the authentic teachings of Guru Padmasambhava through sacred projects and compassionate action — building Zangdok Palri and caring for the young monks of Dundul Raptenling Monastery in Odisha, India.

Historic portrait of Kyabje Dudjom Rinpoche seated on a throne

Kyabje Dudjom Jigdrel Yeshe Dorje Rinpoche, whose blessings founded Dundul Raptenling.

Our mission

Rooted in lineage. Devoted to compassionate action.

Our mission is to preserve and spread the authentic teachings of Guru Padmasambhava and the Dudjom Tersar lineage through sacred projects and compassionate action.

We aim to support spiritual and humanitarian initiatives that nurture wisdom, protect sacred traditions, and uplift those in need — especially young monastics and underserved communities.

Through collaborative effort, devotion, and generosity, we work to manifest a future rooted in Dharma, compassion, and collective benefit.

Our partnership & leadership

Preserve the teachings

Protecting the texts, rituals and living practice of the Dudjom Tersar lineage for future generations.

Nurture young monastics

Food, shelter, education and spiritual training for more than 100 young monks.

Act with compassion

Sacred building projects and humanitarian care that bring lasting benefit to communities.

Our current projects

Where your generosity goes

Every project is carried out in direct partnership with Dundul Raptenling Monastery, so support reaches the places it is needed most.

Builders on scaffolding during construction of Zangdok Palri
Fundraising nowOdisha, India

Build Zangdok Palri — a sacred mandala of light

Join us to support the Zangdok Palri project at Dundul Raptenling Monastery. This sacred site, blessed by Kyabje Dudjom Rinpoche and supported by eminent lineage holders, will serve as a living mandala and a vibrant sanctuary of practice, study and realization for Dharma practitioners around the world.

Construction progress80% complete
Young monks in maroon robes raising their hands joyfully at the monastery gate
Monthly sponsorship

Support Young Monks

Join us in caring for over 100 young monks, many from humble backgrounds or families devoted to the Dharma. With your support, we provide food, shelter, education and a spiritual foundation. Long-term supporters occasionally receive Dharma gifts from us.

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Dundul Raptenling Monastery among green hills in Odisha
Partner monastery

Dundul Raptenling Monastery

Established under the blessings of Kyabje Dudjom Rinpoche and now led by Lama Sonam Tashi Rinpoche, the monastery is a flourishing center for study, practice and realization in the Dudjom Tersar lineage.

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Available on iOS & webAndroid coming soon

Nyingmapa Calendar

More than just a calendar — a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern life. The app brings together Tibetan calendar traditions, astrology, lineage events, practice reminders, prayers and Dharma updates in one experience.

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NamkhaZoe app preview on two phones
Coming sooniPhone & Android

NamkhaZoe

A sacred digital library of Tibetan Buddhist teachings, prayers, music and art — personally collected by Lama Sonam Tashi Rinpoche — bringing his curated wisdom directly to your hands, wherever you are.

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Partnership & leadership

A living mandala of lineage and compassion

Vajra Lotus Foundation works in direct partnership with Dundul Raptenling Monastery — a monastery of the Dudjom Tersar lineage in the sacred land of Odisha, India.

The monastery is led by Lama Sonam Tashi Rinpoche, who is also one of the founders of the foundation. This sacred relationship lets us support the monastery’s flourishing directly and ensures your donations bring immediate, meaningful benefit.

  • Lineage blessings and integrity are preserved
  • Resources reach the places they are needed most
  • Future Dharma teachers and practitioners are empowered
Meet Lama Sonam Tashi Rinpoche
Lama Sonam Tashi Rinpoche teaching in the monastery shrine hall

Moments of compassion

Our journey together

Life at Dundul Raptenling, the building of Zangdok Palri, and the sangha gatherings your support makes possible.

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