Rimé Buddhist Center

The Rime Buddhist Center is a non-sectarian spiritual community dedicated to cultivating wisdom and compassion. We provide a welcoming refuge for those seeking inner peace, kindness, and connection. Our mission includes offering qualified teachings in Buddhist philosophy and Tibetan culture through our resident teachers and visiting lamas and monks. We strive to foster mutual understanding between Tibetan and Western traditions through shared learning. Founded in 1995 by Lama Chuck and Chaplain Mary Stanford, the Rime Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in Kansas City, Missouri. We offer weekly services, meditation retreats, and programs that bring Buddhist practice into daily life. We proudly affirm and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community as cherished members of our Sangha.