San Francisco Zen Center

The San Francisco Zen Center (SFZC) is a prominent Zen Buddhist organization established in 1962, known for promoting Zen meditation and mindfulness practices. It offers teachings, retreats, and community engagement, aiming to integrate Zen principles into everyday life. SFZC operates several centers, including the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, a retreat in the Mendocino wilderness, and the City Center in San Francisco. The organization is influential in the American Zen scene, drawing on traditional Zen practices while adapting them for modern contexts, fostering spiritual growth, compassion, and awareness within a diverse community.