We are a unique regional association of 200 Buddhist groups and 4,000 individual supporters in Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, Idaho, and Montana.
The mission of the Northwest Dharma Association is to support Buddhist teachings, practice, and community in the Pacific Northwest.
We foster a network of friendship and support among Buddhist groups and individual Buddhists from all traditions. We promote communication among Buddhists and with the larger community. We sponsor activities of interest and benefit to Northwest Buddhists.
The Pacific Northwest is host to one of the most diverse gatherings of Buddhists in history, a Maha-Sangha (Great Community) of individuals and organizations. The individuals are new and experienced meditators, teachers and students, monastics and lay practitioners, and those who are simply interested in Buddhism and supportive of the Association’s activities.
