Ogyen Choling Foundation

PURPOSES: - Conserve and maintain the buildings, temples and structures which comprise the Ogyen Choling complex for the benefit of the present and future generations - Uphold its religious and traditional legacies so that it might contribute towards fostering greater understanding and appreciation of Bhutan’s traditional and cultural heritage at the local, national and international levels. OBJECTIVES: - To sustain the buildings, temples and structures which comprise the Ogyen Choling complex - To uphold Ogyen Choling’s traditional role in the religious and cultural life of the local community by facilitating and supporting the performance of the traditional religious rites and rituals and cultural practices of the community - To maintain and manage a museum as an endeavour to educate visitors about Bhutan’s cultural and traditional heritage - To serve as a resource center for interested students and scholars by providing access to the extensive collection of manuscripts and xylographs maintained in the library - To contribute to the social and economic well-being of the local community by offering opportunities for gainful employment and creating a market for local agricultural produce and handicraft products. - To provide grants to disadvantaged families and individuals in times of need and to deserving children to pursue education or training at all levels.

Registration number

CSOA/PBO-29

Organisation type

Public Benefit Organisation

Registered on

20 January 2014

Certificate valid from

20 January 2026

Certificate valid to

20 January 2027

Membership

Not membership based

Location

Bumthang

Email

wrjakar@gmx.ch

Website

https://www.oling.bt