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Nisala Foundation is a meditation center in Sri Lanka where people from many backgrounds come to find relief from stress and suffering—and to experience deep inner change through Acharin’s direct pointing-out guidance.

For years, Nisala has been a quiet sanctuary for local practitioners and international visitors. But today we face a very practical challenge:

Our current meditation hall can accommodate only 50 people at a time. Many sincere applicants are turned away simply because there isn’t enough space.

Our vision: expand the meditation hall to welcome up to 150 meditators.

This expansion is not just “more seats.” It’s the ability to offer a stable, quiet, supportive environment where more people can experience:

• Deep meditation and inner stillness

• Emotional healing and clarity

• Compassion and spiritual growth

With a larger hall, Nisala can:

• Host larger retreats and regular meditation sessions

• Offer free meditation programs to local communities

• Support the mental well-being of many more individuals

Why this matters now

In a fast-paced, anxious world, spaces dedicated to inner peace are rare—and deeply needed. Nisala’s teachings and retreat programs are offered freely, on a donation basis, so that people who truly need support are not excluded by cost.

The meditation hall is the heart of Nisala. Expanding it means expanding peace, healing, and transformation—now and for future generations.

How your donation will be used

Your contribution will directly support the meditation hall expansion and related facilities, including:

• Construction work for the meditation hall

• Essential materials and facilities such as dorm areas for retreat participants

• Creating a simple, peaceful practice environment

Funding clarity (important)

The remaining construction needs are substantial. On Nisala’s official contribution page, the reported remaining requirement to complete the meditation hall and dormitory facilities is LKR 7,000,000 (approximately USD 23,000).

This GoFundMe campaign helps move the project forward through milestone-based fundraising and international support. Every donation—no matter the size—brings us closer to opening the expanded hall and welcoming many more people who are seeking peace and healing.

Our commitment to transparency

We will post regular progress updates with photos and clear milestones so you can see what your support is building.

If you feel inspired to help, please donate and share this campaign. Sharing is a powerful act of generosity—especially if you can send it to a friend who values meditation, mindfulness, or mental well-being.

Suggested donations (choose what feels right):

• £15 — helps move the project forward

• £30 — helps fund essential construction needs

• £60 — helps support hall + dorm facility progress

• £120 — helps fund a larger step in materials and labor

• Other — give any amount

With gratitude,

The Nisala Foundation