Support the Future of Wat Lao Saysettha of Santa Rosa

Help Preserve Our Temple, Our Faith, and Our Lao Heritage

For more than 10 years, Wat Lao Saysettha of Santa Rosa has served as a spiritual home for the Lao community throughout Sonoma County and Northern California. Our temple is more than a place of worship—it is a place where families gather, children learn about their heritage, traditions are preserved, and our Buddhist faith continues to flourish.

Today, we are asking for your support.

Like many community organizations, our temple faces financial challenges in maintaining daily operations and completing much-needed improvements. Without the continued support of our community and friends, the future of our temple is uncertain. We are committed to ensuring that Wat Lao Saysettha remains a place of peace, prayer, culture, and community for generations to come.

Wat Lao Saysettha is first and foremost a Buddhist temple dedicated to the teachings of the Buddha. Through our religious practices, we also preserve and celebrate the rich traditions and culture of the Lao people. Our mission is to sustain both our faith and our cultural heritage while providing a welcoming place for everyone.

Ways You Can Support Our Temple

There are many meaningful ways to contribute to the continued growth and sustainability of Wat Lao Saysettha.

🍜 In the Kitchen Fundraising Food Sales

Enjoy authentic homemade Lao cuisine while supporting the temple. Every purchase directly benefits temple operations and future improvements.

🏡 Community Yard Sales

Held throughout the summer and fall, our yard sales help raise funds while bringing our community together. Donations of gently used items are always appreciated.

🙏 Thak Baht (Alms Offering)

Join us on Buddhist holidays and monthly religious observances by offering food to the monks. Your participation helps preserve one of Buddhism's most meaningful traditions. Please refer to our temple calendar for upcoming events.

🏛 Build the Wat Campaign

Help us transform our temple grounds into a beautiful place of reflection, remembrance, and community gathering. Every donation contributes to creating a welcoming environment for future generations.

Memorial & Legacy Giving Opportunities

Honor your loved ones while helping build the future of Wat Lao Saysettha.

Your gift can be made in memory or in honor of someone special, creating a lasting tribute that future generations will appreciate.

Available opportunities include:

• Memorial Garden Dedication

• Plant a Tree

• Plant a Tree with an Engraved Memorial Stone

• Sponsor an Outdoor Table & Bench with a Personalized Name Plate

• Engraved Recognition Stone on the Temple Grounds or Wall

• Sponsor a Shaded Sitting Area featuring grapevine-covered pergolas, picnic tables, and benches for families and visitors

These lasting memorials provide a peaceful place for family and friends to gather, reflect, and remember loved ones while supporting the continued growth of our temple.

Why Your Support Matters

Every contribution—large or small—helps us:

• Preserve the Buddhist faith and teachings.

• Maintain and improve our temple facilities.

• Provide religious services for the Lao community.

• Celebrate Lao culture and traditions.

• Create educational opportunities for future generations.

• Build a lasting community center where everyone feels welcome.

Together, we can ensure that Wat Lao Saysettha continues to serve as a spiritual and cultural home for the Lao community of Northern California for many years to come.

Other Projects

Additional temple improvement projects and community activities are continually being planned. As our temple grows, so do the opportunities for everyone to become involved.

We welcome your ideas, your volunteer service, and your financial support.

Thank You

On behalf of the monks, volunteers, and the entire Wat Lao Saysettha community, we sincerely thank you for your generosity, compassion, and commitment to preserving our temple.

May your kindness bring blessings, peace, happiness, good health, and prosperity to you and your family.

Together, we can preserve our faith, honor our heritage, and build a lasting home for future generations.