Charity
KONG MENG SAN PHOR KARK SEE MONASTERY
About
What does KONG MENG SAN PHOR KARK SEE MONASTERY do?
Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery is a renowned Buddhist institution dedicated to promoting wisdom and compassion through spiritual cultivation, offering mindfulness practices, fostering gratitude, and spreading happiness to all. Founded in 1921, it has grown into one of the most significant monasteries in Southeast Asia, providing a sanctuary for Buddhists from diverse backgrounds to learn, practice, and share the teachings of the Buddha. The institution also nurtures future Buddhist leaders through its educational programs at the Buddhist College of Singapore (BCS). Additionally, KMSPKS operates Awareness Place, a retail outlet offering a wide range of Buddhist books and products to inspire spiritual growth towards inner tranquility.
Founded
1996
People
bhikkhu sik kwang sheng @ tang chee hoong, teo thiam teng @ chang qing, li shaohua, ng chee kian (huang zhijian), teow see heng
Causes
Highlights
- Registered Charity
- Established since 1996
- Published yearly Annual Reports
Society Impact
- Promotes compassion and wisdom through Buddhist teachings, contributing to a more empathetic and enlightened society.
- Acts as an international hub for Buddhists from different backgrounds, fostering intercultural understanding and harmony.
- Encourages spiritual cultivation among its members, leading to improved personal ethics and social values.
- Fosters strategic alliances with other organizations, creating shared value and benefits for all parties involved.
- Strives to be a leader in serving the Buddhist community effectively by excelling in chosen areas of service.
- Builds a supportive culture that enables Buddhists from different ages and backgrounds to achieve their spiritual and social aspirations.
- Attracts and
Donation Income
Program Expense Ratio
This is the percentage of the charity's total expenses that are spent on its core programs. A higher percentage suggests that more money is going directly to the cause, rather than being spent on administrative or fundraising expenses.
