Ways to Support YUIEN
YUIEN is a community project. Whether you're a minister, scholar, developer, or practitioner, there are many ways to contribute to this digital Dharma guardian.
Share Knowledge
Help us expand YUIEN's library by contributing:
- Dharma talks and sermons
- Translations of canonical texts
- Study guides and educational materials
- Historical documents and photos
Review Accuracy
Join our doctrinal review team:
- Test YUIEN's responses
- Flag doctrinal errors
- Suggest improvements
- Verify source citations
Contribute Code
Developers can help with:
- Frontend improvements
- API enhancements
- Mobile app development
- Testing and bug fixes
Translate
Help make YUIEN accessible worldwide:
- Translate interface text
- Review AI-generated translations
- Add language-specific resources
- Cultural adaptation guidance
Financial Support
Help cover operational costs:
- AWS infrastructure (~$20/month)
- Domain and hosting
- Development time
- Document acquisition
Spread the Word
Help others discover YUIEN:
- Share with your sangha
- Mention in temple newsletters
- Social media posts
- Conference presentations
📧 Contact Form
Please fill out the form below and we'll get back to you within 48 hours.
💰 Financial Support
Support YUIEN's mission through our GoFundMe campaign. Your contribution helps cover AWS infrastructure, development time, and content acquisition.
💛 Support on GoFundMe🤝 Advisory Board
We're forming an advisory board of senior ministers, scholars, and Buddhist educators to guide YUIEN's development. Board members will:
- Review doctrinal accuracy of AI responses
- Suggest new features and use cases
- Provide guidance on cultural sensitivity
- Connect YUIEN with temples and institutions
- Shape the project's long-term vision
Time commitment: Approximately 2-4 hours per month (flexible)
Compensation: Volunteer (honorary recognition)
"This project belongs to the sangha. Your voice shapes its direction and ensures it serves the Dharma faithfully."