Our Vision

Friends of Tail of the Tiger is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, whose mission is to provide long-term philanthropic support of the people, place and programs of meditation retreat centers in Vermont.

Our goal is to build funds to provide additional annual income to assist in three specific areas:

  • People

    Helping provide appropriate salaries sufficient to attract, train and retain a dedicated and qualified staff.

  • Infrastructure

    The maintenance and improvement of present retreat center buildings and land, including the potential construction of needed new facilities.

  • Programs

    Sufficient honoraria to engage respected teachers and the proper staffing and marketing to ensure abundant participation.

Friends of Tail of the Tiger (FTT) is a new independent Vermont based 501(c)(3) non profit organization, founded to support and ensure a sustainable future for retreat centers.

FTT is dedicated to helping continue and strengthen the retreat centers and practice community where the Buddhist teachings first taught by Chögyam Trungpa, Rinpoche can inspire a new generation of students.

FTT also supports efforts to invite and host a new generation of Kagyu and Nyingma meditation masters who have the ability to teach in a way that resonates with 21st century audiences.

Historic 'Tail of the Tiger' sign