Bhava Nirodha Nilaya Projects and Useful Things
I'm often asked what would be useful or what is needed here at BNN. The following is a list in reply. It is updated monthly. Please check before bringing items not listed here.
Dhammasālā Insulation and ceiling
Last summer the temperature measured 140 ℉ at the ceiling inside and 107℉ at the floor. This summer, the days are significantly hotter. With these high temperatures the ceiling fans and a/c don't make the slightest difference. Ceiling insulation is needed.
Outdoor bathroom with shower and composting or flushing toilet.
An additional kuti for a monastic life aspirant / visitor.
Nissarana Kuti
Nissarana Kuti will be Ayyā Mārajinā's residence this vassa.
Stainless steel camp sink
Extra storage battery for EcoFlow Delta 3 Ultra Plus
Mosquito net
for Bhava Nirodha Nilaya
1) mosquito repellents- We have Thermacell E-series https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PDNCMMN/?coliid=I13U6TVWBT4PLX&colid=3RDKESQO1EBKX&psc=1&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it
mosquito coils are also okay.
2) Stick incense: frankincence, sandalwood
3) Beeswax votive candles
4) two magnetic screen doors
5) Mosquito pop up tents for meditaton
6) volunteer(s) who can do some mindful gardening and maintenance on the property
7) some clearing for additional buildings, maintain a secluded, wooded atmosphere
Ayyā Mārajinā and Future Residents
Gift Cards while not necessary are always useful - Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Publix, Tractor Supply, ACE, Home Depot or Lowes for when we have projects to tackle.
Dr Bronner's lemongrass sugar soap refill
Theravada Cuba and Sanditthiko Retreat Residence
Due to the legal difficulties created by the U.S. embargo and its increasing sanctions on Cuba, we humbly request monetary donations go to our international dāna coordinator outside of the United States. Food and necessary hygiene and cleaning supplies can be purchased online for delivery within Cuba - up to now - in dollars and euro.
We are so very moved by each act of generosity. Little by little you have supported our emergence in a country strangled by economic warfare. Santidīpa: Luz de paz, in Easta Havana, Cuba can receive the three of the four basic requisites: food, medicines supplies and hygiene products and mainteneance supplies directly by online purchase.
Some of the stores require registration in order to view the complete options.
1. www.tuambia.com has successfully delievered purchases to our door step. If you are in the United States, please use www.supermarket23.com which stocks an excellent variety of food and useful items. Be sure to browse their catalog to see all offerings. Vegetables, fruits and fresh cheese, etc, are all available
2. Cash transfer (100$ minimum with a 10% service charge) delivered directly to the door. (please do n't use this option for Santidipa, unless you have cleared your intention with our director. Sāmanera Akincano can't accept money in any form. www.supermarket23.com
3. Gift cards (50$ / 100$ / 150$
https://www.supermarket23.com/es/usuario/tarjetas-regalo
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Our address for delivery:
Casa Santidīpa / Daniel Ramirez Rodriguez
San Dionisio #14
Entre San Gil y San Beda
Reparto Celimar
Habana del Este
Medical care in Cuba is no longer free. Sāmanera Akiñcano is taken by the director to medical appointments when needed and the care is paid for.
dāna coordinator in Spanish
dāna coordinator in English
TC projects include:
1) Travel for Ayyā Mārajinā, Sāmanera Akiñcano and ten precept renunciant Nekkhamma Sīvālī for training.
2) Purchasing solar panels (Panels offered! Sadhu!) and a solar generator that can power the refrigerator and fans during extended electrical outages, which can last three days or more. They will eventually be used in our rural hermitage when a property is acquired or gifted.
We graciously welcome rent-free use or donation of a small farm in a quiet/isolated area of eastern Havana or Pinar del Rio province or similar with a water well or where a well can be dug. Our community can help rehabilitate the property.
