Ananda Marga, Inc

Ananda Kanan is the largest Ananda Marga Master Unit in the New York Sector, personally named by Shrii Shrii Ánandamúrti (Baba). As the first Master Unit in the Sector and the only one with designated Baba Quarters, it holds a special place in our collective heart. Baba even gave Sanskrit names to the buildings and projects here, reflecting their spiritual purpose.

Since the 1980s, generations of Margiis have gathered here for Summer Conferences, retreats, and devotional celebrations. Many of us cherish memories of the joy and unity experienced on these sacred grounds.

We’re launching a tiered fundraising campaign to focus on the most urgent priorities first. Your support will directly help us make essential repairs and prepare Ananda Kanan to welcome everyone safely and comfortably.

Phase 1 – Immediate Needs

• $990 – Commercial Kitchen Stove & Oven. The old unit was removed due to gas leaks. We need a safe, functional replacement to feed participants during the retreat.

• $510 – Chainsaw for Grounds Maintenance for clearing dangerous branches near roofs and walkways.

• $300 – Electric Wood Splitter to prepare firewood for cooking and winter heating.

• $7,000 – Zero-Turn Mower. Last year’s mower caught fire. A sturdy replacement is essential to maintain the large, hilly lawns, especially with frequent summer rains. Brother Sudhiira has been mowing alone but will retire in July, and Dada will need to resume this task.

Phase 2 – Structural Repairs and Upgrades

• $6,000 – Siding Replacement for the White House (Old Rectory). The siding and windows need urgent repair to protect this historic building.

• $15,000 – Roof and Siding Repairs for Other Buildings. Several buildings have damaged exteriors that must be repaired to ensure long-term use and preservation.

Let us come together to support and maintain Ananda Kanan — not just as a physical space, but as a vibrant center of devotion, community, and spiritual inspiration. Your donation — large or small — helps restore this sacred home for current and future generations.

Donate today and help us spread the word.

For more information, please see our website:

https://anandamarga.us/projects/missouri/

Namaskar,

Today Monday 4 April, 2025 @ 7:45 pm PST our beloved brother Dada Pramodiitananda, and Avadhuta of Baba took his last breath. He went peacefully while kirtana played in presence of Didi Ananda Kalyanmitra, Dada Mutatmananda and Sister Kusum. Baba will guide him in his further journey to peace.

Dada Pramoditananda will be remembered by all those he helped with his skills. And all those who came to know him.

Rest in peace now.

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How it started.

Namaskar,

A few weeks ago, Dada Pramoditananda suddenly lost the ability to walk. He went to the Emergency Room, and there was shocked to learn that he had metastatic cancer. It had started in his esophagus without symptoms, and silently spread to his lungs, liver, thyroid and spinal cord. He is only 47 years old.

15 Years of Acarya life

Twenty two years ago, in 2002, he began meditating in Russia, where he was born. By 2009, he had already dedicated his life as an acarya , and then avadhuta of Ananda Marga. Since then he has been running projects and teaching meditation and yoga all over the world, as well as constructing and renovating meditation centers. His first posting was in Russia, then in Sweden, then travelling around Europe and for the past 6 years, in the United States. He has dedicated his whole life to Ananda Marga, and now, he needs our solidarity and support as he begins the difficult journey through chemotherapy and radiation treatment this week.

Surrendered and ready to fight

Dada is full of spiritual faith and surrender as well as young, vigorous and ready to fight for his life, but he needs your help. As a monk, he has always lived in a very simple, humble way, depending on the gratitude and donations of those of us he serves.

Let's make sure he is not alone.

Dada is grateful to be covered by state-supported insurance in California for primary cancer treatment, but additional expenses are starting to add up, as he is already bedridden and needs personal nursing care and transportation for treatments. As he can no longer travel to teach and receive donations, he depends on all of us to ensure even his most basic expenses, like nutritious food. We also know how aggressive and harsh chemotherapy is, so we hope that we can provide Dada with some simple complementary natural therapies that will improve his chances and quality of life.

Please let's make sure that Dada Pramoditananda, who has entrusted his life to Baba, will be taken care of appropriately. Please also send him messages of love, appreciation and encouragement so that he will know he is not alone, and that you and our whole samgha are united behind him.

All donations are tax-exempt in the USA and, as per Dada's direction, go via Ananda Marga.

Dada is positive and determined as you can see from the video above.

Namaskar!

This is Didi Ananda Kalyanmitra and I'm fundraising for our WWD project in Denver, CO.

Empowering Women, One Bathroom at a Time!

We're excited to launch a fundraiser for our community center, a vibrant hub where women can connect, learn from each other, and grow together. Our mission is to create a supportive network of women who uplift and inspire each other.

The Project:

We need your help to build a guest bathroom and install a division wall, separating our community center from the living quarters of our resident nuns. Currently, the space for the future bathroom serves as a makeshift pantry, laundry area, and tool storage. At the moment, a curtain separates the community space from the nuns' living area.

The current space will be renovated into a bathroom

Why This Matters:

A dedicated guest bathroom and proper division wall will:

1. Enhance the comfort and dignity of our guests

2. Create a separation between working space and living area

3. Provide a safe and respectful space for women to connect and grow

Our Goal:

We aim to raise $5,000 to cover the costs of:

- Building a guest bathroom

- Installing a division wall

- Necessary plumbing, electrical, and construction work

Every donation counts!

Your contribution will bring us closer to creating a warm and welcoming space for women to thrive. Please consider supporting our mission and help us build a stronger, more compassionate community.