To Create Change, Animals Need YOU

Donate

Your support ensures the continued development of programs and actions that give animals a voice within Buddhist communities. Make a one-time or recurring donation today—choose an amount that feels comfortable, yet meaningful to you.

Become a Member

Join DVA as an official member to receive periodic updates and become a regular supporter, ensuring that the essential work for animals doesn’t come to a halt.

Volunteer

Take action for animals by volunteering, either in your own community or with DVA. Scroll down to see all the ways you can take action for animals, and fill out the form below to offer your skills and join our volunteer database!

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Get Involved with DVA

Our mission is driven by dedicated people like you. Whether through a donation or by donating your time and talents, you can contribute to DVA’s advocacy, education, and outreach efforts.

Here’s how you can get involved:

Host a Screening

Invite your sangha or local community to watch Animals and the Buddha, our documentary by award-winning filmmaker Keegan Kuhn.

Translate Our Words Around the World

Make DVA’s mission accessible globally by offering your translation skills. Join our translator list today! Reach out →

Moderate or Start a Facebook Group

Support the community by moderating an existing group or starting a new Dharma Voices for Animals group in your area. Help create a space where compassion for animals is encouraged. Reach out →

Nominate a Dharma Center

Nominate a Dharma Center for the Compassion & Climate Awards. Nominate Here →

Be Our Eyes & Ears

Share insights on the animal-related policies and practices of Dharma Centers in the U.S. Reach out →

Start a DVA Chapter in Your Area

If there’s no Dharma Voices for Animals group in your region, start one! Reach out →

Share and Engage On Social Media

By sharing our content or commenting to increase engagement, you are helping to share our mission and help animals around the world!

Have Other Skills?

We welcome support from people with various talents. Whether you’re an expert in your field, have tech or design skills, or connections with Dharma Teachers or Organizations, we’d love to hear from you! You can also contribute by writing for our blog, sharing vegan recipes, hosting a cooking class, or partnering on research projects. The possibilities are endless, and we can’t wait to meet you! Reach out →

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Meditate, learn, and share with like minded people who care about animals and our planet.