The Project: Dharmalaya Institute
A Himalayan Campus for Sustainable Development & Compassionate Living

You can change lives in Himalayan villages and around the world by funding the completion of an innovative eco-campus in the Indian Himalayas, offering education and training programs for local villagers and life-changing experiences for international volunteers, students, and ecotravelers.

The project is called the "Dharmalaya Institute" and it's a win-win collaboration between Dharmalaya (a small Indian charitable organization) and the Earthville Network (a US-based nonprofit organization).

The Dharmalaya Institute offers programs and services to change lives and promote sustainable and compassionate living:

• Education and service-learning programs in sustainable living
• Green jobs and training for low-income Himalayan villagers
• Women's empowerment through education, training, and support
• Ecological programs: green building, organic agriculture, tree planting
• Contemplative programs: meditation and yoga, courses and retreats

In short: A living model for sustainable development and immersive, educational ecotourism in the Himalayas and beyond.

What We Need & What You Get

We're almost there! After four years of hard work and support from friends around India and around the world, the construction of the first building of the campus (a beautiful adobe-and-bamboo structure with an event hall, kitchen, office, and four guest rooms) is about 90% completed.

To finish the last stage of construction, we need to raise at least $6000 (US) by early December 2012.

Both Earthville and Dharmalaya are nonprofit charities run by volunteers, so we need your support to make this happen.

To show our appreciation for your support, we're offering a selection of perks for donations of various levels. Come to the Himalayas to enjoy the place you helped to create, or gift a friend or loved one with a unique and inspiring experience. See the descriptions for details.

Donations of any size are very much appreciated. The Earthville Network is a 501(c)(3) public charity, so donations are tax-deductible in the US.

Your Kindness Makes an Impact

Other Ways You Can Help

There are two other ways you can help make this happen:

• Please let your friends know about this unique and inspiring project and ask them to spread the word. You can use the Indiegogo share tools, and you can also send your own emails, Tweets, etc.
• If you're in India or planning to make a trip, we warmly welcome you to volunteer with us. It's a great experience. For details, see Dharmalaya's volunteer page.

We truly appreciate your help, and we look forward to connecting with you!