Generosity through compassionate action in the world is an integral part of personal and spiritual development and is a fundamental teaching and practice of Buddhism. Listed here are opportunities for “giving back” while truly getting more than you give: through feeling good about yourself, building community with other sangha members and those we help, and making a positive difference in the world.
Dinners for Groundworks Shelter
Vermont Insight Meditation Center’s meal team joins 30 other faith and community groups in providing dinners once a month at the Groundworks Shelter in Brattleboro. As of 2025, the dinners serve the 46 overnight guests who are housed at the shelter, plus up to 20 other unhoused people from the community. Volunteers can sign up to provide different parts of a healthy and nutritious meal, including main dishes, side salads, and desserts. The meals are coordinated and recipes are provided to those who sign up. See our newsletter for information on signing up to help. If you have any questions, please contact us»
