The monastic code requires the monks and novices to be dependent upon the lay community for all their physical needs (i.e. the material requisites of life, including all food). The kitchen & household can sometimes run low on supplies, so food & household items are some of the most practical and helpful offerings that can be brought to the monastery. Please see the guidelines below if you’re unfamiliar with the process of offering food and other requisites to the monastic community. Items helpful for our resident community: (links are provided as examples)
Last Update: Sep 11, 2026
Please see below, a list of items required by the monastery for ongoing use. Those who are interested in sponsoring any of these items are welcome to order them and ship them directly to the monastery. These will be offered to the Sangha on Tisarana’s Royal Kathina on Sunday, 8th November 2026.
If you are ordering any item, please let us know by emailing so that we can adjust the wish list accordingly.
Donors are welcome to email invoices for items ordered to . A donation in kind tax receipt will be emailed to you early next year.
LPV, the Sangha and the entire Tisarana community thank you for your thoughtfulness, generosity and continued support.
Platforms for Dhamma Hall (we need 9)
Berries (e.g., strawberries, blackberries)
Whole-grain bread / Whole-wheat bread / Sourdough / Sprouted-grain bread / Rye bread
Yorkshire Gold Tea / English Breakfast Tea / Earl Grey Tea / Peppermint Tea
Decaffeinated Coffee
Soy milk
Cinnamon
Hemp seeds
Cashew nut
Coconut milk
Coconut flakes
Butter
Juice
Greek Yogurt
Paneer
Onions
Granola
Cheese
Chocolate (70 to 80%)
Nut butter
Honey
TO AVOID WASTE, we have more than enough of: Raisin Bran, Maple syrup, Sugar, Almond milk
Disposable paper plates, bowls, cups and spoons and forks
Ziplock bag (size medium and large)
Napkin
Beeswax Tealight Candles
Paper towels
Unscented Laundry Detergent
Germicidal bleach / Cleaning bleach
TO AVOID WASTE: No creams are required at this time.
If you have questions about what items to bring or more specific needs, or if you’d like to set a date to offer a prepared dish or offer an entire meal, please use the contact form to make an inquiry with the kitchen steward.
Food needs can change frequently because stores (especially perishables) can sometimes run low in the morning and full by the afternoon, and then low again some days later. We try to keep the following list in order of what is needed most, and as up-to-date as possible.
The monastics eat one main meal a day in late morning (around 11:00 am, depending on the time of year) and the monastic regulations require that they finish by midday. Offering food to the monastic community provides an opportunity to visit and participate in the lifestyle of the monastery. Typically, people find it easier to prepare a dish or several dishes ahead of time, and then bring the hot dishes to keep warm in our oven. When offering the meal or part of the meal at the monastery, the kitchen steward can help explain the protocol for offering food to the monks. Please click on this link if you wish to contact the kitchen steward for any inquiries regarding meal offerings.