Love Never Ceases: Ling Jiou Mountain Offers Free Clinics in Quake-Hit Myanmar and Launches Reconstruction Plans
The devastating March 28 earthquake in Myanmar severely disrupted lives, but international compassion has remained steadfast. Upholding its humanitarian commitment that “Love Never Ceases,” the Ling Jiou Mountain Buddhist Society (LJM) donated funds to procure essential medical supplies. In partnership with the international NGO Community Partners International (CPI), LJM supported free medical clinics in the hardest-hit areas and has launched the next phase of aid — a housing reconstruction project — putting the Buddhist spirit of compassion into tangible action on the ground in Myanmar.
Dharma Master Hsin Tao, founding abbot of Ling Jiou Mountain, who was born in Myanmar, expressed his concern immediately after the earthquake and swiftly mobilized relief efforts, demonstrating deep religious compassion. On March 30, hot rice congee was distributed at temporary relief stations in the disaster zone. From April 1 onward, urgently needed supplies — including dry food, medicine, and body bags — were dispatched from Taiwan and Thailand to deliver timely aid to those affected.
After reviewing its partner’s relief plans, the Ling Jiou Mountain Charity Foundation confirmed in late April that it would provide support to help local non-profit organizations deliver emergency medical services. The following day, CPI sent a letter of thanks, stating, “In Myanmar’s darkest hour, what Ling Jiou Mountain brings is not only resources but also hope.” The organization emphasized that the donation enabled countless disaster victims to receive timely medical care — and, more importantly, to feel the warmth of human connection.
Ling Jiou Mountain not only delivered much-needed resources but also helped achieve concrete, on-the-ground results. The Nae Thit Kyan Mar Clinic (NTKM), affiliated with CPI, carried out free medical outreach in hard-hit areas including Mandalay and Sagaing, offering basic checkups, emergency care, and public health education to those without access to medical services. Many residents shared that seeing the medical team arrive in their villages during such difficult times was a great source of comfort.
Through long-term collaboration, the Ling Jiou Mountain Foundation and CPI have built a foundation of mutual trust and professionalism. This partnership ensures clear oversight of resource allocation, guaranteeing that every donation achieves its intended impact. By working closely with local teams like NTKM, the effort not only improves the efficiency of relief operations but also allows the compassionate spirit of religion to take root in communities in need.
The Ling Jiou Mountain Buddhist Society is now moving into the second phase of its disaster relief efforts, shifting the focus to reconstruction. Following an on-site assessment by Venerable Jing Nien, supervisor of the LJM International Meditation Center in Myanmar, two villages en route to the capital Naypyitaw were found to be almost entirely destroyed, with many families displaced. These areas have been designated as top priorities for rebuilding. A rural clinic between the two villages was also leveled, and the local school suffered severe ground upheaval, requiring relocation. In response, a “Home Reconstruction Project” has been launched to help survivors rebuild not only their homes but also a temple—providing a vital space for spiritual solace and community healing.
Venerable Heng Ming, Deputy Superintendent of Ling Jiou Mountain’s Maha Kusala Yama Monastery Buddhist School in Naung Mon, Myanmar, reported that numerous temples in the Mandalay, Sagaing, and Bago regions suffered severe damage and are in urgent need of assistance. The Society will provide aid with full respect for local culture and the specific needs of the communities. Additionally, thanks to fundraising efforts led by Brother Huang in Taiwan, the LJM Foundation has begun distributing monthly subsidies of 100,000 Burmese kyat to hundreds of households in the hardest-hit villages of Sagaing and the ancient city of Amarapura, Mandalay. These funds are intended to support families temporarily unable to work as they focus on rebuilding their homes.
Disasters are ruthless, but compassion knows no bounds. The Ling Jiou Mountain Buddhist Society affirmed its commitment to advancing ongoing medical cooperation projects, aiming to help lay a solid foundation for Myanmar’s post-quake recovery. Through this effort, the boundless compassion and wisdom of the international Buddhist community can shine as a guiding light amid the suffering.
Dharma Master Hsin Tao, founding abbot of Ling Jiou Mountain, who was born in Myanmar, expressed his concern immediately after the earthquake and swiftly mobilized relief efforts, demonstrating deep religious compassion. On March 30, hot rice congee was distributed at temporary relief stations in the disaster zone. From April 1 onward, urgently needed supplies — including dry food, medicine, and body bags — were dispatched from Taiwan and Thailand to deliver timely aid to those affected.
After reviewing its partner’s relief plans, the Ling Jiou Mountain Charity Foundation confirmed in late April that it would provide support to help local non-profit organizations deliver emergency medical services. The following day, CPI sent a letter of thanks, stating, “In Myanmar’s darkest hour, what Ling Jiou Mountain brings is not only resources but also hope.” The organization emphasized that the donation enabled countless disaster victims to receive timely medical care — and, more importantly, to feel the warmth of human connection.
Ling Jiou Mountain not only delivered much-needed resources but also helped achieve concrete, on-the-ground results. The Nae Thit Kyan Mar Clinic (NTKM), affiliated with CPI, carried out free medical outreach in hard-hit areas including Mandalay and Sagaing, offering basic checkups, emergency care, and public health education to those without access to medical services. Many residents shared that seeing the medical team arrive in their villages during such difficult times was a great source of comfort.
Through long-term collaboration, the Ling Jiou Mountain Foundation and CPI have built a foundation of mutual trust and professionalism. This partnership ensures clear oversight of resource allocation, guaranteeing that every donation achieves its intended impact. By working closely with local teams like NTKM, the effort not only improves the efficiency of relief operations but also allows the compassionate spirit of religion to take root in communities in need.
The Ling Jiou Mountain Buddhist Society is now moving into the second phase of its disaster relief efforts, shifting the focus to reconstruction. Following an on-site assessment by Venerable Jing Nien, supervisor of the LJM International Meditation Center in Myanmar, two villages en route to the capital Naypyitaw were found to be almost entirely destroyed, with many families displaced. These areas have been designated as top priorities for rebuilding. A rural clinic between the two villages was also leveled, and the local school suffered severe ground upheaval, requiring relocation. In response, a “Home Reconstruction Project” has been launched to help survivors rebuild not only their homes but also a temple—providing a vital space for spiritual solace and community healing.
Venerable Heng Ming, Deputy Superintendent of Ling Jiou Mountain’s Maha Kusala Yama Monastery Buddhist School in Naung Mon, Myanmar, reported that numerous temples in the Mandalay, Sagaing, and Bago regions suffered severe damage and are in urgent need of assistance. The Society will provide aid with full respect for local culture and the specific needs of the communities. Additionally, thanks to fundraising efforts led by Brother Huang in Taiwan, the LJM Foundation has begun distributing monthly subsidies of 100,000 Burmese kyat to hundreds of households in the hardest-hit villages of Sagaing and the ancient city of Amarapura, Mandalay. These funds are intended to support families temporarily unable to work as they focus on rebuilding their homes.
Disasters are ruthless, but compassion knows no bounds. The Ling Jiou Mountain Buddhist Society affirmed its commitment to advancing ongoing medical cooperation projects, aiming to help lay a solid foundation for Myanmar’s post-quake recovery. Through this effort, the boundless compassion and wisdom of the international Buddhist community can shine as a guiding light amid the suffering.