Membership criteria

The foundation would like to thank all the friends, supporters and sponsors for your devotion and generous contribution. However, since the organization is in its initial stage it has been facing acute shortage of fund and resources even to meet the basic needs such as daily sustenance for the monks. Nevertheless, the administration, despite all the odds, is doing its best to find ways to find the solution by forming of the foundation to help Rinpoche to realize the visionary aspirations of his root teachers. The sustainability of all the institutions established so far will depends on your valuable support and contribution. The organization hopes to stand on its own feet in all respects in the long run.
Therefore, the foundation would like to urge all individuals to become its sponsors, patrons, friends and partners to help Rinpoche by contributing or informing others about the need for contribution. Let us share the pride of being member of the commune that made a difference in the life of individuals or communities at large.
The donation can be made in cash or kind by being member of the foundation or irregular one time donor.
MEMBERSHIP AND CONTRIBUTION
A. Registration of membership
1. This foundation is primarily formed for the welfare of the monks, nuns and retreat practitioners under Buli Trulku. The membership is open to all.

2. Individuals wishing to become a member should have devotion and willingness.
3. Members shall pay registration and membership fees to the Treasurer as per its terms and conditions.
B. Membership Fees:
1. Members shall deposit minimum of Nu 1000/- annually for a period of five years to the Shedra account. However, members may contribute any amount beyond Nu. 1000/- within the last weeks of June and December.
2. Individuals who become a member of the foundation at a later date shall follow the same procedure as applicable from the initial date of registration; and
3. In addition to the membership fee, the foundation shall accept voluntary contributions from members and non-members.
C. RIGHTS
Every member shall have right to:
1. See records and books of accounts of the foundation;
2. Question the foundation with regards to amount of fund raised, expenditures incurred and balance of fund, etc; but no interference in its administrative function.
3. Withdraw his/her membership from the foundation,
4. Assist to find and enrol new members.

 Duties & Obligations of Members
All members shall:
1. Deposit yearly membership fees to account of Shedra by the end of the last week of the June and December;
2. In the event a member is absent for a prolonged duration he shall be given the option to deposit the monthly membership fees in lump sum before his absence. 19

3. Under circumstances beyond one’s control, the time frame for the deposit of monthly contribution may be extended for a maximum of three months upon approval by the Chairperson.
4. Members shall assume the responsibility to inform each other of misfortunes befallen to any members of the foundation.
5. Provide suggestions for developmental plan of the foundation.
6. Provide constructive feedback on management and administrative function of the foundation.
NOTE: A draft of the Fund Management Policy, in dzongkha version, aimed at the efficient self-management of the fund, is available in the internet for the feedback and comments for improvement. All the interested individuals are requested to suggest your constructive comments.
Contact Information
Individuals wishing to contribute to the Foundation by being member or donor, or to know more about the Duejom Terling Shedra Foundation may contact us at the following address:
Duejom Terling Shedra Foundation
P.O. BOX 41104
Jomotsangkha Bhutan
Office: +975 – 17540428/17533596
Email:
Face book:Duejom Terling Shedra Foundation
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BDBL Ac.no. (Jomotsangkha):0027101403