Pricing Policy

Pricing Policy

The Shambhala Center remains open because of the ongoing generosity of our Members and program participants. One of the cornerstones of our policy is that no one should be prevented from joining or participating in Shambhala Training programs because of financial considerations. At the same time, the Center always needs to raise revenue so that it can stay open and grow, expanding our offerings to the world at large.

Pricing Policy
We have tiered pricing to encourage generosity and help support a variety of financial circumstances. The Patron level supports those who are unable to attend a program at the Program Level. The tiers are as follows:

Pay it Forward Price— This price supports the center and supports those who cannot attend at the Program price.
Program Price — The basic fee required by each participant to sustain the costs of the program.
Price that Fits Me — allows participants to select the level of generosity at which they are able to contribute.

Our Generosity Policy

In order to make our programs accessible to everyone, we have a “Price that Fits Me” policy. If the listed price is an obstacle for you, please decide what works for you and offer whatever you can. No one will be turned away!

The Albany Shambhala Center’s Generosity Policy is based upon our sangha’s fundamental commitment to benefiting all sentient beings. This frames the way that we think about all of our sources of revenue. Our perspective when collecting payment for programs as well as dues for membership is based upon a simple formula: “How much are you able to give?” In this way, everyone is extended the opportunity to practice generosity. Sometimes we can be more generous than at other times, and that’s perfectly normal. Sometimes we can stretch, and sometimes we cannot.

Membership
Membership involves joining a community committed to cultivating mindfulness, awareness, and compassion both personally and in society. Providing financial support to the Center is a practice of generosity. Your contribution allows us to plan on a yearly operating budget as well as to offer Shambhala teachings to the world. Please see the membership page for details.