MAITRIPA COLLEGEAt the crossroads of a revolution in higher education :MAITRIPA COLLEGEAt the crossroads of a revolution in higher education


At the Crossroads of a Revolution :At the Crossroads of a Revolution Maitripa College is poised to lead a revolution in higher education . . .and we need your help


Our Inspiration? :Our Inspiration? Wisdom and compassion Calm and joyful resolution Balance of scholarship/engagement The progressive application of ancient, time-tested methods for self and societal transformation


…Our Inspiration? :…Our Inspiration? A traditionally-trained Tibetan scholar, Geshe Lharampa Yangsi Rinpoche, leading this revolution alongside renowned Western scholars who can broaden the reach and impact of Maitripa’s educational model


…Our Inspiration? :…Our Inspiration? YOUR SUPPORT !


We Know… :We Know… We know that education can transform the whole student Maitripa’s First Graduating Class, January 2009


…We Know :…We Know Maitripa College changed these students lives Maitripa College prepared them for a new, more harmonious relationship with others and with their own hearts and minds They go forth into the world as integrated, educated, socially conscious people who consider themselves agents of positive change Our shared world will be the better for it


The Right Moment to Act: The past four years have led us to this moment … :The Right Moment to Act: The past four years have led us to this moment … Current graduate student body of 52 State-accredited M.A. degree in Buddhist Studies New online program BUT WE CANNOT GROW WITHOUT A STABLE FINANCIAL BASE! With sufficient financial reserves and the beginnings of an endowment, Maitripa will be ready to leap ahead toward full accreditation and our mission of becoming a Buddhist university – one of only a handful in the Western world!


The Right Moment to Act: New Programs for 2010 :The Right Moment to Act: New Programs for 2010 Masters of Divinity degree 1-year Certificate in Buddhist Psychology Non-violent communication, conflict resolution, & enlightened business management Expanded distance learning opportunities


The Right Moment to Act: Securing Regional Accreditation :The Right Moment to Act: Securing Regional Accreditation Recently, we learned that our candidacy for regional accreditation, the final stop on the path of accreditation, was not accepted at this time for only one reason: our lack of permanent, long-term, & sufficient financial resources


The Right Moment to Act: Securing Regional Accreditation :The Right Moment to Act: Securing Regional Accreditation In every other aspect – curriculum, faculty, student assessment, infrastructure, financial management, and many more – we passed the test We simply do not have a strong enough financial base to ensure risk-free viability for the school at present, nor into the future


What’s At Stake? :What’s At Stake? Without sufficient financial reserves, we will be unable to move forward with accreditation Without solvency, we also risk the future of Maitripa College itself


Will you help us lead the revolution in higher education? :Will you help us lead the revolution in higher education?


Become an Endowment Leader :Become an Endowment Leader Become a Maitripa College Endowment Leader: $25,000 Help us kick off our endowment fund with a lead gift to encourage other giving and secure our current stability.


Build the Reserve Fund :Build the Reserve Fund Maitripa College Reserve Fund Lead Gifts Contribute to our reserve fund at the level you can afford – this supports us during times of leaner cash flow and allows us to focus on strategic development rather than reactive fundraising dilemmas We are targeting these levels of giving right now: $10,000 $5,000 $1,000


MAITRIPA COLLEGEAt the crossroads of a revolution in higher education :MAITRIPA COLLEGEAt the crossroads of a revolution in higher education Thank you for your time & generosity ~ To make a contribution or for more information about how you can help, contact: Namdrol Miranda Adams at: 503.235.2477 program@maitripa.org www.maitripa.org Maitripa College is a registered 501(c)3 educational organization. Your contribution is fully tax-deductible.


Slide 17:THANK YOU!