Dhamma Center serves as a hub for sharing the authentic teachings of Early Buddhism through Dhamma discussions, teachings, question-and-answer sessions, meditation, and traditional Buddhist practices throughout the United States and internationally. Guided by the principles of the Theravāda tradition and the Forest Monastic lineage, the Center promotes inner peace, ethical living, spiritual counseling, stress management, anger management, and mental well-being while helping individuals cultivate right understanding, mindfulness, and wisdom in day-to-day life.

 

Through educational programs, meditation retreats, spiritual counseling, and community outreach, Dhamma Center preserves and transmits the living heritage of the Buddha’s teachings for present and future generations. Its activities foster personal and spiritual development, cultural preservation, and meaningful engagement with the Dhamma.

 

Dhamma Center has also contributed to strengthening both the Bhikkhu and Bhikkhunī communities by promoting a deeper understanding of monastic life, supporting Sāmaṇera, Sāmaṇerī, Bhikkhu, and Bhikkhunī ordinations, and providing access to authentic Buddhist training and mentorship. Through these efforts, many individuals have deepened their practice, strengthened their confidence in the Dhamma, and advanced on the path to liberation.

Chief Advisor / Director-
Rev Karandulena Dammagaveshi Thero

Founder / Vice President - Venerable Bhikkuni Kurunegala Dhammadinna

Co-Founder - Venerable Bhante Kurunegala Dhammagaveshi

Providing spiritual guidance and compassionate leadership to the Dhamma community.

What We Do

We support meditation practice, Buddhist teachings, and compassionate community connection through peaceful and mindful programs.

Projects

Supporting peaceful community initiatives, spiritual learning, and compassionate service activities.

Religious Activities

Sharing Buddhist wisdom, mindfulness, and spiritual guidance through peaceful learning and reflection.

Events

Participate in peaceful gatherings, spiritual programs, cultural celebrations, and community events that encourage mindfulness and harmony..

Dhamm Advisors

Most Ven.
Dr.
Henepola Gunarathana
Maha Thero

Most Ven.
Dr.
Walpola Piyananda
Maha Thero

Most Ven.
Katugastota Rahula
Maha Thero

Most Ven.
Bhante Yogavacara Rahula
Maha Thero

Most Ven.
Pinikahane Maithree
Maha Thero

Most Ven.
Bhikkhuni Peliyagoda Sudarshana
Maha Theri

Providing spiritual guidance and compassionate leadership to the Dhamma community.

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visiting monastics, and the sharing of the
Buddha’s teachings with the community.