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Yamaoka was the central figure behind the formation of the Campaign for Buddhism in America in February 1982 — the BCAs first comprehensive fundraising drive and precursor to the Endowment Foundation.The campaign set a goal of raising $15 million in five years and ended up with about $10 million in donations by 1993.

Stockton Buddhist Temple (1971-81).He would later use his fundraising expertise for the Buddhist Church of Oaklands centennial in 2001.This was not a situation where the future would be sustainable.

his extensive experience in fundraising — in particular.Yamaoka concluded that there was no long-term planning and chose to focus on three areas — financial stability and sustainability of BCA; Buddhist education and IBS; and ministerial concerns.

Yamaoka served as BCA bishop — and concurrently as IBS president — for three five-year terms from 1981 to 1996.

He added: His commitment to the education of ministers continues to this day — I know that I certainly benefited from it.Alex led the build of a school-wide composting system for Spring View Middle Schools gardening program.

who representedOCBC Buddhist Womens Association.and High Adventure trips to Northern Tier-Minnesota/Canada and Philmont Scout Ranch- New Mexico.

Alex led a team of scouts.assistant scout masters (ASMs).