Dear John,

The lotus is one of the eight Auspicious Symbols in Tibetan culture. It represents purity of mind as well as the awakening of compassion. You can see this ancient symbol in religious art and literature, connecting us to our spiritual roots.

Because of your compassion for the Tibetan people, I’d like to send you a special lotus flower for your home. When you donate $15 or more, you’ll advance the work for peace and justice in Tibet, and receive this meaningful gift as a sign of your enduring connection with the Land of Snows.

Lotus flowers rise above muddy water to bloom in inspiring beauty. Similarly, you help the people of Tibet rise above the ongoing oppression they suffer every day.

Through your advocacy, you’ve helped advance US legislation to protect Tibetans’ human rights. You’ve raised international awareness of the importance of preserving Tibet’s fragile ecosystem. You’ve helped protect Tibetan Buddhism from the Chinese government’s attempts to interfere in the tradition of reincarnation, including that of the future Dalai Lama.

When you donate to ICT today, you’ll help ensure that we do not lose ground on these critical issues. Most of all, you’ll give Tibetans hope for an end of China’s tragic occupation. Please consider making a gift that comes from your compassionate heart.

Thank you for your support. Though my Tibetan brothers and sisters face very difficult times, they can emerge—like the lotus—in a display of strength and beauty.

Sincerely,

Tencho Gyatso
Director of Outreach

P.S. This is the last chance to receive your special lotus flower. Make your contribution of $15 or more today, and when you gaze upon your lotus, you’ll know that you make a difference for the people of Tibet.