The Gyan Foundation

H.H. the 43rd Sakya Trizin, Gyana Vajra Rinpoche
H.H. the 43rd Sakya Trizin, Gyana Vajra Rinpoche

The Gyan Foundation is dedicated to preserving and disseminating the teachings of the Buddha in general and those of the glorious Sakyapa tradition in particular

Current projects include:

Sakya Academy

An institution where children could receive a world-class education in conjunction with the teachings of the Buddha and where the legacy of the Sakya Tradition of Tibetan Buddhism could be preserved for future generations.

Phagpa Foundation

A traditional monastery serving the growing Sakyapa community in Mongolia.


The Gyan Foundation is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) non-profit religious organization.