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Happy Anniversary to the “new DBT”! Nine years ago today, we opened the doors of the Dharma Bum Temple in its current home after a decade downtown. That first day was unforgettable with over 200 people gathered for a beautiful meditation, marking the beginning of a new chapter and welcoming the community into a space we could finally grow into.
For those who may not know, the Dharma Bums spent ten years in a small downtown space we had long outgrown. At the same time, Buddha for You was thriving for eight years in a strip mall near SDSU, building a strong and vibrant community of its own.
At the end of 2016, with just $7,000 and a lot of faith, we launched a fundraising campaign to bring these two communities together under one roof. In just 108 days, 1,123 people stepped forward to make donations and make it possible. Because of that collective effort, we were able to secure the down payment and purchase what is now the Dharma Bum Temple.
The 99-year-old building itself would have been torn down if not for this community. What came together during that time was something truly rare. A shared vision, a deep generosity, and a kind of unity that still resonates today. It was, in every sense, a miracle.
To everyone who has been part of this journey we thank you. The Dharma Bum Temple exists because of you, and it continues to be here for you.
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