VISION FOR MEHER MOUNT

 BABA'S TREE is for many a highlight of their visit to Meher Mount. The old farm equipment in the foreground evokes the pre-1946 days when there was a working farm on the property. (Wayne Myers 2010 photo.)

HONOR AVATAR MEHER BABA

The vision for Meher Mount is to preserve the beauty and integrity of Meher Mount, particularly those spots touched by Beloved Avatar Meher Baba; to maintain the natural beauty of Meher Mount and facilitate loving God through nature; to enable pilgrimage to this land made sacred by His presence; to provide opportunities for service; and to express Meher Baba’s universal love in welcoming visitors regardless of backgrounds and faiths.

Meher Mount affords all the opportunity to “…try to love Baba through nature,” actively nurturing the natural environment including plant and animal life.  There are trails providing the opportunity for the appreciation of the beautiful natural settings.  

Meher Mount offers opportunities for active love and service in Beloved Avatar Meher Baba’s name by involving all in one or more aspects of maintaining and developing Meher Mount in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Master Plan.  Individual service is in Beloved Baba’s name and in the spirit of selfless service.

Meher Mount offers special programs and meetings focused on Avatar Meher Baba’s message of Love and Truth.

BE A PLACE OF DAY PILGRIMAGE

The special atmosphere of Beloved Baba’s presence and the quiet beauty of Meher Mount is maintained and nurtured by operating primarily as a place for day visits. 

To accommodate day pilgrims, Meher Mount has a central building or Visitor Center that houses offices, a library of publications about Meher Baba, selected archives, an orientation exhibit, guest registration and orientation, and room(s) for informal gatherings and meetings. 

HAVE MINIMAL IMPACT ON THE LAND

The development of buildings, programs and activities is undertaken with environmental sensitivity.  Any project or activity that is not essential to this vision, that is significantly less costly or more practical to do elsewhere, and/or would have a significant impact on Meher Mount’s environment, should be done at a location other than Meher Mount.

There are also specific outdoor gathering areas both large and small.  In addition, there is an ancillary agricultural facility with a work area and sufficient room to house tools and equipment necessary for maintaining Meher Mount.  Separate Manager/Caretaker quarters provide a home for the volunteer caretakers who manage Meher Mount on a daily basis.

Meher Mount regularly communicates through email, the internet, and postal mailing of programs and special announcements.  Meher Mount makes information available about Avatar Meher Baba as well as key facts about Meher Mount and Agnes Baron. 

BE RESPONSIBLE STEWARDS

Meher Mount operates under fiscally responsible policies and procedures for long-term stability. 

Meher Mount is organized and run in accordance with its Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws, periodically reappraising governance structures and processes. There is an active and effective board supported by specific committees; experienced, responsible and dedicated Manager/Caretakers; and committed volunteers.

The Board of Directors, the Manager/Caretakers, and the Meher Mount family honor their role as stewards of the land by safeguarding the property for future generations and building good relationships with the neighbors and relevant government entities.