About Tergar USA

Established in 2025, Tergar USA is a country-level Tergar organization (CLTO) under Tergar International, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Tergar USA's purpose is to connect and support over 35 local US Tergar communities in helping people live with boundless awareness, compassion, and wisdom.

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Our Values

Generosity: A spirit of sharing is at the heart of all we do.

Ethical Conduct: We consciously commit to avoid harmful actions and engage in virtuous deeds.

Patience: We give ourselves and others time and space to navigate all challenges.

Joyful Effort: We take our work seriously but carry ourselves lightly.

Meditation: By training our minds, we cultivate focus, balance, and equanimity.

Wisdom: We know we have much to learn from each other and the communities we serve.

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Tergar USA Board & Advisory Director

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Willie Ames, Treasurer

Tucson, Arizona

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Phil Castillo, President

San Antonio, Texas

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Kelly Turnbull, Secretary

Stuart, Florida

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Julia Meyers, Advisory Director

Madison, Wisconsin