Support the Growing Impact of Dhamma Nandanavana

Dhamma Nandanavana, meaning “Paradise of Dhamma,” is a serene Vipassana meditation center nestled in nature near Bogotá, Colombia. This peaceful sanctuary provides the ideal environment for individuals from all walks of life to learn and practice Vipassana, finding the path to liberation.

Expanding Access to Dhamma

We are now at a pivotal moment in the center’s journey: increasing its capacity from 42 to 104 students to meet the growing demand.

Since 1998, the first non-center Vipassana courses have been held near Bogotá. Over the past twenty years, this initiative has enabled the formation of a large Sangha, well prepared to expand the spread of the Dhamma throughout Colombia. As a result, in 2019 the Dhamma Nandanavana Center opened and began offering thirteen courses per year, with capacities ranging from 25 to 37 students—allowing approximately 420 students to attend annually.

There is currently very high demand for all courses. Over the years it has been observed that within just thirty minutes, course registrations are filled and enrollment is closed. Colombian students have had to wait up to five years to access Vipassana courses—and some are still waiting for a spot!

In response, during 2025–2026 the Dhamma Nandanavana Trust plans to triple the number of students per year by increasing course capacity from 42 to 104 participants (80 of whom are students). Additionally, the plan is to offer 20 meditation courses annually, including 10-day courses, 3-day courses, and one Satipatthana Sutta course per year. Furthermore, Dhamma Nandanavana will be able to start offering long courses with adequate accommodation by the end of 2025. All this advancement would allow Dhamma Nandanavana to reach 1,700 students next year, translating to nearly 10,000 students over the next seven years.

A shared Vision

May more and more people benefit from the practice of Vipassana.

To fulfil this vision, we are committed to wisely utilizing the center’s resources, strengthening Dhamma service, and enhancing infrastructure to support both new and old students.

Progress and the Path Forward

Thanks to the generosity of the community, significant progress has already been made. Low construction costs and strong community support have helped bring this vision closer to reality. A dedicated team of servers, guided by the Trust and 12 committees, is working in harmony to complete the next phase of development.

Master Plan 2025–2026

Dhamma Nandanavana is seeking one-timel or recurring support to complete the construction of the buildings outlined in our master plan. There is an urgent need to raise the necessary funds—$245,000 USD—and make this project a reality.

For the year 2025

1. Complete Payment for the New Male Dormitory Block

• Description: 14 individual rooms

• Total Cost: $67,700 USD

• Needed: $12,000 USD

• Construction Time: Finished

2. Remodeling of the Service House

• Description: 8 individual dormitories for servers plus a dining room (for 80 students)

• Cost: $54,000 USD

• Construction Time: 6 months (2025)

3. New Dhamma Hall and Associated Facilities

• Description: A meditation hall with a capacity of 104 people, 2 teacher residences, 30 cells, and a language room

• Cost: $223,200 USD

• Construction Time: 10 months (2025)

For the year 2026

1. Construction of a New Female Dormitory Block consisting of 27 individual rooms.

2. Construction of a New Male Dormitory Block consisting of 28 individual rooms.

3. Additional Infrastructure: Complete pathways, auxiliary restrooms, an auxiliary laundry, fencing, and parking facilities

The land is fully owned by Vipassana and dedicated solely to the spread of Dhamma. With these expansions, generations of students will benefit from the teachings for years to come.

MAKE A DONATION

Colombia Fund

How You Can Support

Dhamma Nandanavana is entirely sustained through Dana—the practice of selfless generosity. Your support, whether through financial contributions, volunteering, loans, or by sharing this project with your network, will help bring these plans to fruition and make the meditation center accessible to more meditators.

May the merits of your generosity benefit many!

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If you have any problems or questions with your donation you can reach us at donations@vcf.dhamma.org

*Note that VCF can also receive dana in the forms of: cash, check, wire transfer, crypto currency, securities, or other complex donations. Feel free to reach out to us if you would prefer to donate via one of these alternative methods. Also, VCF allocates 2% of any international donations to the admin fund to help cover any operational & legal costs related to international giving.