What is ISKCON Life Membership Program?

The ISKCON Life Membership program was introduced in early 1970’s as an opportunity to become an integral part of the ISKCON family by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupad. He invited everyone across the world to take advantage of residing in ISKCON temples all over the world for a couple of days, attend spiritual programs and receive Krishna conscious association. Presently more than 1 million life patrons are part of ISKCON’s family.

ISKCON Life Membership Donation Amount is  Rs 35,555/- (INR)

Benefits of ISKCON Life Membership Program

1. ISKCON Guest House Accommodation

You are welcome to stay in any ISKCON centre all over the world for three days in a year. Maintenance charges will be applied in ISKCON centres. All accommodation is subject to availability and only with confirmed advance reservation. This applies to accommodation in a single room of the patron, spouse and children below 18 years of age, and dependent parents above 60 years of age. Rules may vary in different countries.

2. Srila Prabhupada Books

A set of books  by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, available in all major Indian Languages, is provided to the Life Patron Member. In addition, a photo frame is provided.

3. Spiritual Benefits

a. ​Special Birthday Pooja for the Life Member followed by Prasadam for his/her family.

​b. Prasadam is served every Sunday afternoon in the main temple hall for life member and his/her family.

​c. Special Invitation passes will be sent for festivals like- Janmashtami and Ram Navami, etc.

4. Tax Benefits

Your donation is tax exempt under section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961 (India) .