Establishing a Permanent Vipassana Meditation Centre in Ireland
Establishing a Permanent Vipassana Meditation Centre in Ireland
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Help us reach +€300,000 for renovations
Our vision is to establish a permanent Vipassana meditation centre in Ireland. Vipassana, as taught by S.N. Goenka, has been offered in Ireland for 30 years in temporary rented spaces. Now, there is an opportunity to establish a permanent centre — a dedicated environment where students can deepen their practice and future generations can learn Dhamma. This is a collective effort, supported by the generosity and service of old students. If you feel inspired to join in this shared project, you are warmly welcome.
Based on our research, we need at least €1 million to purchase a suitable property. Suitable properties range from €700,000 to €4 million, with additional renovation costs. To assess our financial readiness, we are inviting old students to pledge donations or loans. These pledges are non-binding and simply help us understand the level of support available.
The figures on this website are as accurate as possible based on the information available right now. They will be updated as new information becomes available.
News in April 2026
News in April 2026
Bank Loan: Approval in Principle
Bank Loan: Approval in Principle
In March, we received fantastic news that takes us a step closer to realising the vision of a Vipassana Centre on this island of Ireland. We have received approval in principle for a loan of €500,000.
This brings our total available funds to approximately €885,000. This amount is made up of our existing savings of €275,000, €110,000 in student loans together with the loan. We have an additional €2,620 per month in standing orders which will go to meeting all the various costs of running a centre.
With these resources, we are now in a position to begin seriously evaluating potential properties. Our searches to date suggest that a suitable property is unlikely to cost less than €750,000–€850,000, which means our current funds should allow us to move forward with a purchase when the right property presents itself.
Next step: Fundraising for Renovations
Next step: Fundraising for Renovations
Purchasing a property is only the first step. Renovations, compliance work, and professional fees are likely to require up to an additional €300,000. To ensure we can begin running courses within a few months of purchasing a property, we are continuing to raise funds to cover these costs.
If you are in a position to support this project — either financially or by offering relevant skills — we warmly invite you to get in touch. Additional support at this stage will help us plan more accurately and move forward with confidence as opportunities arise.
To ensure sufficient working capital for renovations, this could be achieved through contributions such as:
10 people loaning or donating €30,000
30 people loaning or donating €10,000
50 people loaning or donating €6,000
We are particularly interested in speaking to professionals with experience in Irish planning law, material change of use, a civil structural engineer and conveyancing solicitor.
Fundraising Targets- April 2026
Fundraising Targets- April 2026
1 year of Fundraising
1 year of Fundraising
A Photo from a Recent Course
A Photo from a Recent Course
Your Support & INvolvement
Your Support & INvolvement
"This is a historic occasion. People who give dana for building a centre are actually giving service not only to those who come here for the first or second course, and not only to the people who will be coming here in a few years. They are planting a seed in this land, where Dhamma will grow; and for coming centuries this land will be a lighthouse of Dhamma."
S.N. Goenka
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