ENLIGHTEN ME! an educational, multi-media project to lift the spirits and benefit the world
Enlighten Me! is an educational, multi-media project centered on and inspired by the phenomenon of contemplative higher education in the 21st century. As traditions of eastern and western thought have collided with varying levels of grace and success over the past fifty years in America, one of the most exciting and groundbreaking places the effects have been felt is in the field of education. This project uses contemporary tools and technology to explore ancient questions, brought to light and relevance again in recent years - namely, what is the purpose and function of higher education? Is there a difference between education of the mind and the heart? And if we change our minds and hearts, can we really change the world?  Join us over the coming weeks as we explore these questions, and more...


I.
EVENTS:
WINTER BENEFIT
& AUCTION


II.
MULTIMEDIA:
BLOG, FILMS,
& SOCIAL MEDIA

III.
BECOME
INVOLVED
NOW!


YOU ARE INVITED:
Enlighten Me!
2011 Winter Benefit Event
Friday, Dec 2
6:00 - 9:00 pm
The Arista Ballroom
3862 SE Hawthorne
Portland, OR
97214
RSVP FOR THE WINTER
BENEFIT NOW!
Please rsvp by clicking on the button below; you will have the option to pay now for your tickets online or to reserve your space(s) and pay at the door.


Winter Benefit at The Arista

Northwest Buffet, Music, Performance & Inspiration, Silent Auction of Unique Items from the Indian & Himalayan Diaspora & Local Vendors & Much More! $108 suggested donation includes Friend level sponsorship of the Enlighten Me! Project . All sponsorship levels include admission to this event.

2011 ONLINE AUCTION: NOV. 18 - DEC. 11 ~ Join us online to BID FOR GOOD in our Annual Online Auction, November 18 – December 11, 2011. Over 150 items available, include rare and unique items from the Indian & Himalayan Diaspora, crafts from local vendors, and a few surprises! Click here for a preview !



The dedication of a virtuous act for all beings is like adding a drop of water to the ocean. As long as the ocean exists, the drop of water exists. So, too, a small positive action, when directed toward the benefit of all beings, will endure forever. -Buddha

Maitripa College is committed to responsible and ethical financial stewardship. Even the smallest contribution is valued and needed at this crucial point in Maitripa’s development. Maitripa College is a non-profit organization under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All contributions are fully tax-deductible. Please direct questions or comments regarding all our policies and giving programs to: development@maitripa.org.


ENLIGHTEN ME! BLOG
WITH YANGSI RINPOCHE
Weekly October-December 2011

Through the last week of December 2011, Yangsi Rinpoche responds weekly to your concerns and questions in relation to today's world & how to stay sane and compassionate within it. >CLICK HERE !

Weekly through through the Enlighten Me! Winter Benefit Event on December 2, get an insider's view of enlightened education at work. OUR FIRST TWO FILMS ARE NOW AVAILABLE ~ CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO VIEW & PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS!






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WINTER 2011 EDITION OF THE NEW CONTEMPLATIVE: Maitripa College Online Newsletter Available December 2011

2011 ENLIGHTEN ME! Donation Levels Please see the descriptions below and support the mission and vision of Maitripa College now at one of the following giving levels.
Donation Levels (Please Select One)
Comments or Dedications

Patron: $10,000+
*
21 tsa-tsas made in your name
* VIP Invite to Enlighten Me! Winter Benefit Event on December 2
*Special Mention on Enlighten Me! Multimedia Pages & Maitripa College Website

Benefactor: $5,000+
*
7 tsa-tsas made in your name
*VIP Invite to Enlighten Me! Winter Benefit Event on December 2
*Special Mention on Enlighten Me! Multimedia Pages & Maitripa College Website 

Fellow: $1,000+
*
3 tsa-tsas made in your name Heart Sutra recited in your name
*VIP Invite to Enlighten Me! Winter Benefit Event on December 2
*Special Mention on Enlighten Me! Multimedia Pages & Maitripa College Website

Sponsor: $500+
*
1 tsa-tsa made in your name
* Invite to Enlighten Me! Winter Benefit Event on December 2

Friend: $108+
*Invite to Enlighten Me! Winter Benefit Event on December 2



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Maitripa College | 1119 SE Market Street | Portland, Oregon USA 97214 | phone: 503-235-2477 | email: info@maitripa.org | fax: 503-231-6408