Dear Friends and Supporters,
The BRC has faced uncertain times before, and with the support of our family and friends, we have always emerged with renewed confidence to continue providing a space for self-reflection and spiritual growth. Today, we are facing another period of significant challenge and we need your help.
Recently, severe thunder and lightning storms caused severe infrastructure damage, necessitating expensive tree removals, and requiring the purchase of two generators to manage the ensuing frequent power outages due to lightning strikes. One of our borehole pump motors was also damaged by lighting requiring a replacement.
These unexpected costs, combined with low retreat attendance over the last month, have placed the BRC under serious financial constraint.
As a non-profit organization, we rely solely on accommodation income to cover our monthly operating expenses. Currently, we are not reaching the break-even point necessary to sustain our operations.
We are appealing to you, our dedicated supporters, to help us keep our doors open. Your contribution will ensure the Centre remains a sanctuary for all who seek it.
With Metta,
Chrisi and The BRC Team
Account: Buddhist Institute of S.A.
Bank: FNB
Branch: Ixopo (No: 220223)
Account No: 52555029829
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