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Refrain from all evil, cultivate all good.
Metta Heart is a tax-exempt, not-for-profit organization
operated under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3).
Who We Are
We are a group of Vietnamese, Chinese
Asian Americans living in the Bay Area. We feel doubly blessed having stable lives replete with material comforts and also
spiritually nurtured by the sweet dew of the Buddha-Dharma.
In gratitude, we wish to share our
good blessings with the people who are in need; we want to make good use of this transitory human body to contribute
genuine goodness to society and make this world a better place.
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Metta in the ancient language of Pali means “loving kindness”,
an altruistic wish for the well-being and happiness of all sentient beings.
In this spirit, we strive
to apply the Buddha’s teaching of universal compassion and loving kindness in our lives and extend these noble values
to reach and transform the lives of the people we touch.
In setting up this
charity we hope to bring forth the heart of giving and kindness to foster a sense of kindred spirit among all peoples of the
world. Simultaneously we also endeavor to impart the Buddha’s ancient wisdom by sponsoring the printing of Buddhist
scriptures for free distribution to act as spiritual nourishment and a place of anchor for all of us who
are adrift in this chaotic modern world.
It is our hope that anyone
who comes to know of us will be moved by our sincerity and dedication and be inspired to join our work to enrich the lives
of our fellow beings and contribute our humble efforts for the betterment of humanity.
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· We
support orphans and the physically challenged, relief of the poor, and the under-privileged. We provide financial aid to those
who are stricken by natural disasters and those who are in need of medical treatment.
· We
strive to improve the quality of life in rural areas by providing financial support for digging wells, constructing
bridges and building shelters where needed.
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provide financial aid and supplies for schools in remote regions.
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support temples in isolated areas, printing Buddhist scriptures for free distribution.
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also support other local not-for-profit organizations in the USA.
Our
Guiding Principles · Metta Heart is established as a not-for-profit organization,
and we are committed to ensuring that your donations go directly to the recipients and projects you specify. All administrative
costs and traveling expenses are individually sponsored. ·
We operate on a volunteer
basis; members are not financially compensated for their work and adhere to a strict code of ethical conduct emphasizing accountability
to our donors and recipients. · We treat the
people we help with compassion, empathy and respect not only bringing material comfort to ease their hardship but also a sense
of worthiness, hope, security and dignity to their lives.
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Teach this triple
truth to all:
A generous heart, kind speech, and
a life of service and compassion are the things which renew humanity. ~
Buddha
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