If you want to attend any of our Thursday night talks remotely via Zoom (October 3 through December 26), use this button at the time of the meeting to join in.

Optionally, you may download and import this iCalendar (.ics) file (click here) to your calendar system.

If you don’t have a computer/smartphone/internet access, you can still join a meeting by regular phone. Simply find your local number to dial (https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kdpM87GSK7) and enter the Meeting ID of 898 3348 9002 with a Passcode of 806268.

Note: When Zoom is an option for any event at SIM, you can always locate the Join Meeting link by checking our calendar (click here) for the specific day and time of the event of interest. If a meeting link ever fails, try this alternate link https://www.zoom.us/join and manually enter the posted meeting ID and passcode.

“Generosity is the virtue that leads to peace.”

the historical Buddha

Dear SIM Friends,

On December 1, 2022 we will celebrate the 20th anniversary of SIM’s supporting those practicing in the Insight (Vipassana) Meditation tradition. This could not have happened without the dedication of the Sangha, our volunteers, and financial supporters. We are deeply grateful to you.

In addition to our longtime faculty of Dennis Warren, Rich Howard, and Diane Wilde, visiting teachers rounded out a rich year of teaching at SIM.  

Because of your dana in 2022 we were able to:

  • continue to offer hybrid events and classes at the Sacramento Dharma Center, allowing us to meet again in person in the meditation hall, as well as on Zoom. Meeting together strengthens our community. 
  • hold our annual week-long residential retreat at Mercy Center Auburn under the leadership of Senior Teacher Greg Scharf. Our thanks to the volunteer Retreat Committee, Greg, the caring staff at the Mercy Center, and the generous dana of attendees.
  • create the Legacy Project, a plan to carry SIM into the future by nurturing and supporting new teachers in the Vipassana tradition. Details of the Legacy Project will be presented at the December 1 anniversary celebration.

Our fund-raising goals for 2022 include the continued expression of gratitude to our faculty through a year-end dana contribution as well as ongoing support for SIM’s Teaching and Development Initiative, including the new Legacy Project.

As you plan your year-end giving, we sincerely hope that you will continue to support SIM. You can do so through a one-time, year-end contribution and/or signing up for a monthly, automatic on-line contribution to SIM. Monthly contributions are key to our long-term financial health; all donations are received with deep gratitude.

To donate today, use the form shown below or visit https://sactoinsight.org/what-is-dana/.

Sara E. Denzler
Treasurer, SIM Board of Directors


Use the DONATE button below to make a year-end or monthly donation to Sacramento Insight Meditation. To donate online without a PayPal account, enter a donation amount and select “PayPal” along with the button “Donate Now”. Then select “Donate with a Debit or Credit Card“. To donate by personal check, enter a donation amount and select the “Offline Donation” option.

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Celebrating the end of the Residential Retreat 2022

January 15, 2025 @ 6:30 pm 8:00 pm PST

Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.

Buddhist Recovery Group Dana

$
Personal Info

Terms

Donation Total: $1 One Time

“Generosity is the virtue that leads to peace.” – The Historical Buddha
Please use this form to donate by credit card or your PayPal account.

Tom Hopkins

1-916-307-8066

Sacramento Dharma Center Building

3111 Wissemann Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
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916-386-9844
View Venue Website

January 8, 2025 @ 6:30 pm 8:00 pm PST

Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.

Buddhist Recovery Group Dana

$
Personal Info

Terms

Donation Total: $1 One Time

“Generosity is the virtue that leads to peace.” – The Historical Buddha
Please use this form to donate by credit card or your PayPal account.

Tom Hopkins

1-916-307-8066

Sacramento Dharma Center Building

3111 Wissemann Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
+ Google Map
916-386-9844
View Venue Website

January 1, 2025 @ 6:30 pm 8:00 pm PST

Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.

Buddhist Recovery Group Dana

$
Personal Info

Terms

Donation Total: $1 One Time

“Generosity is the virtue that leads to peace.” – The Historical Buddha
Please use this form to donate by credit card or your PayPal account.

Tom Hopkins

1-916-307-8066

Sacramento Dharma Center Building

3111 Wissemann Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
+ Google Map
916-386-9844
View Venue Website

December 25 @ 6:30 pm 8:00 pm PST

Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.

Buddhist Recovery Group Dana

$
Personal Info

Terms

Donation Total: $1 One Time

“Generosity is the virtue that leads to peace.” – The Historical Buddha
Please use this form to donate by credit card or your PayPal account.

Tom Hopkins

1-916-307-8066

Sacramento Dharma Center Building

3111 Wissemann Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
+ Google Map
916-386-9844
View Venue Website

December 18 @ 6:30 pm 8:00 pm PST

Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.

Buddhist Recovery Group Dana

$
Personal Info

Terms

Donation Total: $1 One Time

“Generosity is the virtue that leads to peace.” – The Historical Buddha
Please use this form to donate by credit card or your PayPal account.

Tom Hopkins

1-916-307-8066

Sacramento Dharma Center Building

3111 Wissemann Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
+ Google Map
916-386-9844
View Venue Website

December 11 @ 6:30 pm 8:00 pm PST

Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.

Buddhist Recovery Group Dana

$
Personal Info

Terms

Donation Total: $1 One Time

“Generosity is the virtue that leads to peace.” – The Historical Buddha
Please use this form to donate by credit card or your PayPal account.

Tom Hopkins

1-916-307-8066

Sacramento Dharma Center Building

3111 Wissemann Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
+ Google Map
916-386-9844
View Venue Website

November 13 @ 6:30 pm 8:00 pm PST

Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.

Buddhist Recovery Group Dana

$
Personal Info

Terms

Donation Total: $1 One Time

“Generosity is the virtue that leads to peace.” – The Historical Buddha
Please use this form to donate by credit card or your PayPal account.

Tom Hopkins

1-916-307-8066

Sacramento Dharma Center Building

3111 Wissemann Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
+ Google Map
916-386-9844
View Venue Website

December 4 @ 6:30 pm 8:00 pm PST

Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.

Buddhist Recovery Group Dana

$
Personal Info

Terms

Donation Total: $1 One Time

“Generosity is the virtue that leads to peace.” – The Historical Buddha
Please use this form to donate by credit card or your PayPal account.

Tom Hopkins

1-916-307-8066

Sacramento Dharma Center Building

3111 Wissemann Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
+ Google Map
916-386-9844
View Venue Website

November 27 @ 6:30 pm 8:00 pm PST

Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.

Buddhist Recovery Group Dana

$
Personal Info

Terms

Donation Total: $1 One Time

“Generosity is the virtue that leads to peace.” – The Historical Buddha
Please use this form to donate by credit card or your PayPal account.

Tom Hopkins

1-916-307-8066

Sacramento Dharma Center Building

3111 Wissemann Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
+ Google Map
916-386-9844
View Venue Website

November 20 @ 6:30 pm 8:00 pm PST

Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.

Buddhist Recovery Group Dana

$
Personal Info

Terms

Donation Total: $1 One Time

“Generosity is the virtue that leads to peace.” – The Historical Buddha
Please use this form to donate by credit card or your PayPal account.

Tom Hopkins

1-916-307-8066

Sacramento Dharma Center Building

3111 Wissemann Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826 United States
+ Google Map
916-386-9844
View Venue Website