General Fund

General Fund

General Fund

When you donate to our General Fund, we make sure your contribution goes where it is most needed. Donating to this fund helps us in cases of emergency like the roof collapse of 2016, the heating system upgrade in 2017, the plumbing fixes in 2019, and the full stop of rental income during the COVID-19 crisis. In any given year, there are expected and unexpected issues that arise and need immediate attention. Your support of the General Fund helps us be prepared for these events as well as engage in regular maintenance to prevent problems in the future.

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Current Projects

Sidewalk Repair at the Sacred Stream Center

The City of Berkeley informed us that we are required to repair multiple areas of the sidewalk around the Center. This work is slated for 2025.

Installation of an Exterior Protective Cover for our Large Stained-Glass Window

A few years ago when we were doing a major window repair project, we found that the protective cover for the stained glass window facing Allston St, was in terrible shape. We could not salvage it so had to remove it, which has left the window vulnerable to damage – intentional and unintentional.

PA System Upgrade and Installation


In 2019, with the help of Ideas with Impact, we upgraded our video conferencing abilities making the online experience at Sacred Stream far better and giving participants a feeling of being in the room with our in-person students. That was phase one of our audio-visual improvements. Phase 2 is an upgrade to our PA System so that we can offer concerts, talks, panel discussions, webinars, and other events with the ability to amplify excellent sound in the Center while simultaneously broadcasting it online. This will give us the ability to offer many high quality, well produced events that are simulcast in-person and Live Stream.

Ongoing Maintenance of the Sacred Stream Center

The Sacred Stream Center is a former Lutheran church built over 100 years ago. It is architecturally stunning and provides a peaceful sacred space for people to gather. The deck and garden add to the specialness of the place, offering a bit of nature in the middle of an urban environment. The building requires ongoing maintenance to keep it in top shape and good working order. From a new roof, to heating system and plumbing repairs, pruning trees, and regular maintenance of the deck and fence, there is always something that needs to be addressed. Having a fund for maintenance helps us stay on top of the predictable issues and unexpected problems.

Testimonials

“Berkeley Improv is profoundly grateful for the welcoming home we have at the Sacred Stream Center. Our improv classes have thrived at the center, where more than 1000 students have come for the joy and community of improv. The center’s location has allowed our classes to be accessible to a diverse population that reflects the central East Bay, including those who have limited physical abilities. We are currently carrying the torch with online improv classes, and eagerly anticipating when we can return to in-person classes at Sacred Stream.”Heather C.
“Sacred Stream’s community was something I didn’t realize I had been looking for until I found it. It is a real support and the friends I have made have felt like reconnections instead of new friendships. The student cohort has been the most supportive I have known, and I am grateful to Sacred Stream for providing a place grounded in integrity and fellowship.”Clem M.
“I have been attending classes and events at the Sacred Stream Center for almost a decade now. I feel part of the family when I’m in circle. Since Covid, I’ve missed being in the beautiful Center, but appreciate all the free events and opportunities they have been providing to be in circle online. Sacred Stream is a jewel in the global community.”Sara P.
“Teaching Zero Balancing bodywork classes at Sacred Stream has been a blessing on so many levels. Stepping onto the property you forget you are in Berkeley. While benefiting from the convenient location and ample street parking, you leave the hustle and bustle of the city outside the gate. The space is so serene and calm. We love having the entire building to ourselves, using the kitchen for tea and snacks, and sitting in the Zen garden for lunch. Class experience for everyone is enhanced by the beautiful light filtering through the stained glass windows. The rental process is easy and well organized. The space is clean and welcoming. I look forward to teaching many classes there in the future.”Linda W.
“I first came to Sacred Stream Center in 2012 for a Summer Solstice event. And the minute I walked through those doors, it felt like home. It is a very spiritual place and the people who work here have the deepest integrity. Since 2012 I have been coming to events and taking classes and have made many great friends here and have experienced some powerful healing in the space. I particularly love the garden, which offers an oasis where you can sit in nature and soak up the sun.”Ravi S.

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