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Milestones of Faith, Culture & Community
The Shree Pashupatinath Foundation, USA, was founded with a vision to create a sacred and cultural space for the Nepali and Hindu-Buddhist community in Southern California. Over the years, the foundation has grown from an idea into a thriving center for worship, spiritual learning, and cultural preservation. Each milestone in our journey represents the dedication, unity, and unwavering faith of our community members.
In 2009, informal meetings began to establish a Nepali temple and community center. Shree Pashupatinath Foundation, USA (SPFU) was officially registered as a nonprofit on February 3, 2010, and granted 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status on May 10, 2010, enabling it to serve the community.
July 4-10, 2011: Srimad Bhagawat Mahapuran raised $1.1 million in pledges and $150,000 in cash for the temple project.
November 16, 2012: Property for the temple purchased for $1.05 million with a down payment of $559,416.
A new Board of Directors was formed on April 28, 2014. On April 9, 2014, the foundation obtained the Conditional Use Permit (CUP), and the office was permanently moved to the property.
On February 23, 2015, the occupancy permit was received, and the temple design process began in April 2015. The construction plan was approved on July 26, 2016, and a contract was signed with Singh Construction on October 11, 2016.
The temple construction was completed and approved on December 19, 2017. The Grand Pran Pratishtha Ceremony took place from February 11-13, 2018, and the official Grand Opening Ceremony was held on March 3, 2019.
July 31, 2019: Mortgage loan paid off, making the temple debt-free.
New bylaws were amended to establish a Board of Trustees (BOT) for governance. The first BOT meeting was held on October 18, 2020, with 72 members in attendance.
As we continue this sacred journey, our commitment to preserving and promoting Nepali culture, Hindu and Buddhist traditions, and spiritual values remains stronger than ever. The foundation is actively working towards:
Expanding community programs – Offering more cultural, educational, and religious activities.
Enhancing temple facilities – Improving infrastructure to accommodate more devotees and events.
Establishing a strong volunteer network – Encouraging active participation from community members.
Promoting interfaith and intercultural dialogues – Creating a space for mutual respect and learning.
Supporting future generations – Providing youth programs to instill cultural pride and spiritual awareness.
This is just the beginning of a lifelong mission to preserve our sacred traditions and build a stronger, united community. Join us in this divine journey—your support and participation are invaluable in shaping the future of our foundation!
