Financial Information ~ Fees

IMS course fees are on a sliding scale basis that allows participants to pay according to individual means. The Forest Refuge has three rates - Sustaining, Mid and Base. Some financial assistance is available for those who cannot afford the entire cost.

Sliding scale fees for 2012 are outlined below.

Payment at the Base rate covers just over 50% of what is needed to run our centers. To balance our budget and to provide wise stewardship of our resources, contributions must supplement any fee income received at this level. There is an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers and to IMS at the end of your retreat.

The Sustaining rate represents the actual cost to IMS to operate our programs. Payment at this rate lets us direct income from donations towards helping those with lesser means to attend our retreats. If you can afford this level or higher, you assist our efforts to offer lower sliding-scale rates and ongoing financial subsidies.

Deposits

A deposit of approximately one-third of your total retreat cost is due once your application has been approved. Deposits are accepted online, by mail, by phone or in person. Please make your check or money order payable to IMS, or include Visa or MasterCard information.

Cancellations

Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to cancel. If you let us know more than 60 days before your retreat begins, the fee is $100, or your full deposit if less than this was paid. Your full deposit is forfeited if you cancel 60 days or less before your starting date.

2012 Rates

Length of Stay                                    Sliding Scale Amount (per night)
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Any amount paid above the Base rate is a tax-deductible donation.