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New Moon Foundation has contracted with the private not-for-profit and  non-governmental organization, East Meets West Foundation, to fund a feasibility report and initial costs for a Peace and Prosperity Park in Vietnam. This project will engage a close collaboration with the Vietnam Veteran Associations, the Vietnamese American communities in the US, international Buddhist organizations and the community of Hue, Vietnam. The project involves healing the land in a place torn by war; offers a place for healing, reflection and meditation; and provides a sustainable economic development program to benefit impoverished residents in the area.

In 2006, plans began for the creation of the New Moon Ecological Garden, or "Vuan Trang Sinh Thai." This portion of the project is intended to help reduce the suffering in the area due to the dire consequense of unplanned urbanization. New Moon Foundation's funding will be utilized to create an infrastructure and landscaping that will: 1) demonstrate the economic value of rejuvenating the land; 2) promote a healthy lifestyle through maximizing the potential of organically grown produce and products; 3) promote the value of education; and 4) allow people to practice traditional crafts.

The overall objective of the New Moon Ecological Garden is to demonstrate the benefits of organic farming, land rejuvenation and education; and to promote youth scholarships. As the beautification and uniqueness of this park will attract tourists, the garden is intended to additionally increase earning opportunities and create conditions that support healing encounters for the community and visitors.

Photos of the actual site of New Moon Ecological Garden and its context in Hue, Vietnam.

Photos of the bridge to be replaced and the area of dryland to be renewed.

We welcome your interest and support of this vital project. Please contact NMF Programs, by phone:

(808) 889-0615 or by email: programs@newmoonfoundation.org.

Thank you!