Introduction to Giving (Dāna)

Giving from the heart is one of the most beautiful ways to support the path of Dhamma. Every offering — large or small — helps sustain the monastery, the resident monks, and the programs that share the Buddha’s teachings with the community.

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Choose How You would Like to Give

You can offer your donation in a way that suits you best. Whether it’s a one-time gift or an annual donation, your generosity makes a lasting impact.

Your generous contributions support the ongoing operations and services of the monastery. This includes offering free meditation classes and retreats, supporting community service initiatives, running the Sunday School, and covering utilities, maintenance, and other essential expenses required to sustain the monastery. It also enables us to continue serving both spiritual and community needs with compassion and gratitude.

By supporting Mahamevnawa Melbourne, you are helping preserve the living tradition of the Buddha’s teaching here in Australia. May your generosity bring peace, happiness, and merit to you and your loved ones.

Make a One Time Donation

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Bank Transfer / Direct Debit

  • Account Name: Mahamevnawa Buddhist Meditation Centre.

  • Swift code: WPACAU2S

  • Bank: Westpac

  • Branch Name: QV Village

  • BSB: 033005

  • Account No: 489379

Become an Annual Donor

We invite you to support the Monastery through an annual donation commitment, helping sustain ongoing Dhamma programs and community services.

  • Annual donation of $420 ( equivalent to $35.00 per month )

  • Annual donation of $600 ( equivalent to $50.00 per month )

  • Annual donation of $900 ( equivalent to $75.00 per month )

  • Annual donation of $1200 ( equivalent to $100.00 per month )

  • Annual donation of any amount over $1200

You may choose a payment schedule that suits you, with flexible options: Lump sum, Monthly or Ad hoc contributions.

For your convenience, you may also set up a Direct Debit using the bank details provided above.

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Other Ways to Support

Donate Goods & Essentials

You are welcome to offer items that support daily monastery life and programs, such as food supplies, cleaning materials, books, or other necessities.

Volunteer Time & Skills

Offer your time and skills to assist with activities such as event support, maintenance, gardening, administration, or helping during community programs and retreats.

Contribute in Your Own Way

Every act of generosity matters. Whether big or small, your support helps sustain the monastery and its ability to share the Dhamma with all.

Contact Us

We manage all donations with full transparency and accountability. Financial reports are reviewed monthly by the committee and submitted to the Australian Charities and Not‑for‑profits Commission (ACNC) to ensure compliance with governance and reporting standards.

Frequently asked questions about donations

  • All donations are used mindfully to sustain the monastery’s daily operations, maintain facilities, support resident monks, and run community programs such as meditation classes, Dhamma education, and children’s Sunday School. Every offering helps preserve the Buddha’s teachings in Australia.

  • Yes. You can choose between a one-time offering or set up a monthly recurring donation to provide steady support for the monastery. Many devotees prefer regular monthly offerings as a way to practice ongoing generosity.

  • Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery of Melbourne is a registered charity in Australia, however donations are currently not eligible for tax-deduct. Please contact us if you would like to know more details about this.

  • Yes. You may dedicate your offering to a loved one, a special occasion, or as a meritorious act in memory of someone. You can include this dedication when submitting your donation form.

  • Yes. The monastery gratefully accepts certain requisite items such as food, robes, and essential supplies for the monks. Please contact us beforehand to confirm what items are appropriate and when to offer them.

  • You can contact us or speak with Monks at the monastery during your next visit. They can explain different ways to contribute financially, through volunteering, or by offering time and service in daily monastery activities.