Reflections on the Generous Life: The Legacy of Mr. Robert H. N. Ho
Foreword
Our founder, Mr. Robert H. N. Ho (1932-2025), led a rich life of giving. His generosity was reflected through many different but connected identities: philanthropist, Buddhist patron and benefactor, and journalist and editor. Through these identities, he established a profound and lasting legacy in the form of Tung Lin Kok Yuen, Canada Society, the Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation, as well as the Buddhistdoor Global, Buddhistdoor Chinese, and Buddhistdoor en Español sister websites. He further gave enthusiastically to a myriad of causes, from healthcare and hospitals to dentistry and senior care.
This commemorative issue by Buddhistdoor Global seeks to explore and celebrate Mr. Ho’s life of generosity and giving, exploring the facets of his interests and how they influenced his philanthropic approach.
We speak to his friends and associates about his involvement in the media industry and how his love of journalism influenced his idea to fuse the craft of reporting with Dharma propagation through BDG. We look at how his foundation functioned as an educational and cultural bridge between the West and Chinese heritage. And we explore how Mr. Ho, as a patron of Buddhist organizations (including his own TLKYCS and TLKY) and benefactor of Buddhist Studies institutions around the world, embodied Buddhist values and piety.
This special issue is BDG’s tribute to – and commitment to carrying on and furthering – his profound legacy.
Robert H. N. Ho, as Remembered—The Man of Munificence and Mirth
A celebration of Mr. Robert H. N. Ho’s life and legacy, as remembered by close associates and friends in fond and thoughtful interviews
Buddhistdoor View: Carrying the Light Forward – Robert H. N. Ho’s Legacy in Buddhist Media, Ethics, and Public Life
Robert H. N. Ho’s legacy lives on in countless ways around the world, and in particular through Buddhistdoor Global’s commitment to ethical and compassionate journalism
A Life of Giving and Compassion: The Philanthropy of Mr. Robert H. N. Ho
A look at the late Mr. Robert H. N. Ho’s generosity and philanthropic foci, which spanned diverse interests and valuable causes
The Spiritual Vision of Robert Hung Ngai Ho: “There are Many Ways to be a Good Buddhist”
In this interview with the website he founded, Robert H. N. Ho outlines his ideas about the Buddhist path, giving back, and his calling
Robert H. N. Ho, as Remembered—The Man of Munificence and Mirth
A celebration of Mr. Robert H. N. Ho’s life and legacy, as remembered by close associates and friends in fond and thoughtful interviews
Buddhistdoor View: Carrying the Light Forward – Robert H. N. Ho’s Legacy in Buddhist Media, Ethics, and Public Life
Robert H. N. Ho’s legacy lives on in countless ways around the world, and in particular through Buddhistdoor Global’s commitment to ethical and compassionate journalism
A Life of Giving and Compassion: The Philanthropy of Mr. Robert H. N. Ho
A look at the late Mr. Robert H. N. Ho’s generosity and philanthropic foci, which spanned diverse interests and valuable causes
The Spiritual Vision of Robert Hung Ngai Ho: “There are Many Ways to be a Good Buddhist”
In this interview with the website he founded, Robert H. N. Ho outlines his ideas about the Buddhist path, giving back, and his calling
In Loving Memory of Mr. Robert H. N. Ho (1932–2025): Philanthropist, Buddhist Benefactor, and Founder of Buddhistdoor Global
The philanthropist, patron of contemporary Buddhism, and journalist passed away peacefully in Vancouver on November 30, 2025, aged 93
In Loving Memory of Mr. Robert H. N. Ho (1932–2025): Philanthropist, Buddhist Benefactor, and Founder of Buddhistdoor Global
The philanthropist, patron of contemporary Buddhism, and journalist passed away peacefully in Vancouver on November 30, 2025, aged 93
Condolences and Tributes
Tributes and condolence messages dedicated to Mr. Robert H. N. Ho
Mr. Robert Hung Ngai Ho ’56, H’11, C.M., O.B.C., passed away peacefully in Vancouver, Canada, on Nov. 30, 2025, at the age of 93.
Our community has lost a remarkable soul who touched countless lives. It is with great sadness that we share the passing of…
With sadness we reflect on the passing of our donor Mr. Robert H. N. Ho, C.M., O.B.C. We honour his life and generosity…
On behalf of all British Columbians, please accept my sincere condolences as you mourn the loss of Robert Hung Ngai Ho.
On behalf of the Centre of Buddhist Studies at The University of Hong Kong, I wish to extend our deepest…
who died peacefully in Vancouver on November 30, 2025, at the age of 93. Mr. Ho’s remarkable life was …
Robert Hung Ngai Ho, Sr., C.M., O.B.C., founder of The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Global, has passed.
Emmanuel College and Victoria University mourn philanthropist and Buddhist scholar Robert Hung Ngai Ho, CM, OBC.
Through his lifelong commitment to charitable work, he has left a lasting imprint of compassion, kindness…
It is with profound and heartfelt sorrow that we have received the news of the passing of Mr. Robert Hung Ng¡i Ho, C.M, O.B.C…
