Animal Liberation Sanctuary

Kopan Monastery, Nepal

Every year around the world, millions of animals die or suffer needlessly.  In countries like Nepal, the care and management of animals is particularly poor and in addition, Nepal still supports a number of festivals in which animals are violently and brutally ritually slaughtered.
Animals neither live pleasantly nor die peacefully. The vast majority of people are completely ignorant about animal welfare and laws and penalties to protect animals from abuse are insufficient.

Lama Zopa Rinpoche, in his concern for the welfare of all living beings,  has rescued many animals from being killed or neglect so that they may live out their natural lives in peace and attain a higher rebirth. Currently the animals reside at Kopan Monastery and includes mainly cattle, sheep and goats. We are desperately seeking new land as space and grazing areas are very limited. The new land will provide more space and proper facilities for the needs of the animals.

The sanctuary will benefit rescued animals not only because they will be freed from impending death but because they will be exposed to Dharma teachings, will regularly hear mantras and will be led around holy objects.  This means they will create merit and gain the opportunity to escape the lower realms. It also gives people the chance to create merit and purify life-obstacles.

Animals cannot speak out for themselves – they depend on people to care to help them.  Please give your support to rescue animals from a cruel and painful death and to provide a sanctuary where they can live and die with the proper care and love they deserve.

How Can I Make a Donation?

Any amount is welcome. At Kopan you can leave money at the office. Elsewhere, make a cheque in US dollars out to ‘Animal Liberation Sanctuary’ and send to FPMT Inc. or provide your credit card details and mail to:
FPMT Inc.
1632 SE 11th Avenue

Portland OR USA

You can also donate on-line via:
www.fpmt.org/projects/alp