Membership

We look forward to your participation as a member of our sangha (Buddhist community).
Please complete and return the Membership Form at your earliest convenience.

Please click on this link for the form and instructions.

Information About Membership

  • For your information and clarification, membership will be counted by family units as defined below, each counting as one (1) family unit:

    • Two persons joined in marriage or civil union and their legal dependent(s)

    • A single parent and his/her legal dependent(s)

    • A single adult

  • Dues-paying members (family units), also called Sustaining Members, shall be the governing body of our temple and the general management and direction of the temple shall be vested in the Sustaining Members.

    These members, who are willing and able to assist the temple financially, have voting rights at general membership meetings.

  • Emeritus Members are long time members who, because of age/disability, are no longer able to conduct their personal/financial affairs. No dues are required and they are entitled to all Sustaining Member benefits.

  • The annual dues for Sustaining Members (family unit) is $300 per year.

    Together with the fundraisers, donations, and dana from members and friends, membership dues are vital to sustaining our temple and its programs.

    Financial contributions pay for the day-to-day operations of our temple, assessment to Honpa, utilities, insurance, minister's salary, office secretary's salary, office supplies, temple repairs, Senior Program, Dharma School, newsletter, etc.

    The complete budget is available at the temple office.

  • As Jodo Shinshu Buddhists, our greatest benefit is the gift of the Teachings (Dharma) and the opportunity to live a life of Nembutsu, peace, compassion, and gratitude.

    Additionally, as a Sustaining Member, these other benefits are available to you:

    •immediate access to ministerial services

    •voting rights at general membership meetings

    •opportunity to be a part of administrative management

    •priority enrollment of your child at Makawao Hongwanji Preschool

    •monthly newsletter

    •Honpa Hongwanji Mission calendar

    •use of facilities

    •discounted fees for temple services and ceremonies

    •opportunity to purchase a niche in the columbarium

    •priority enrollment in the Enhanced Fitness Program (when operating)