Ananda Sangha of Portland--Ananda Community of Portland

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Ananda Community in Portland, Oregon

"One of the pressing needs nowadays is for what Yogananda called "world-brotherhood colonies." as places to facilitate the development of an integrated, well-balanced life, and as examples to all mankind of the advantages of such a life. Such cooperative communities ought not be isolationist, like medieval villages, nor in any sense a step backwards in time, but an integral part of the age in which we live. Cooperative communities are needed especially as a means of fostering deeper spiritual awareness."
—from The Path by Swami Kriyananda

Our residential community is located at 6999 Vermont Court, Portland, OR 97223 (at the end of Vermont St just across the Washington-Multnomah County line, see map).

It consists of a 52-unit apartment complex with units ranging from 1-bedroom lofts to 2-bedroom duplexes and townhouses to 3-bedroom apartments. About 70 adults and children reside here on a month-to-month rental basis. Opportunities are also available to directly invest in the property as a partial owner.

As an Ananda Community we are specifically focused on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda. Membership in Ananda, however, is not a requirement for living here. All that's needed is a harmonious respect for our ideals and the desire to share in the support of other spiritual seekers.

The Portland community accepts residents of all ages and the usual household pets. Residents share several common areas including a swimming pool and patio, meditation room, and dining room/kitchen. We have regular morning meditations, some shared dinners, and enjoy each other's company in a variety of other informal settings: holiday events, game nights, pool parties, and workdays, not to mention the many spontaneous interactions between friends.

It's truly a blessing to live among those who share your aspirations. If you are interested in living with us, please call David LaBriere, community manager, at 503-245-3396 or drop him an email. He'll be happy to schedule a tour for you. You're also invited to participate in any upcoming community functions—see our Event Listings for more details.