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Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre

Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre aims to help people increase their peace of mind and solve their problems through Buddhist meditation. The charity runs day courses/study programmes and meditation classes, school visits and hospital chaplaincy offering spiritual guidance and advice. The charity affirms its commitment to maintaining safeguarding policies and is open to everyone.

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Activities & Mission

Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre aims to help people increase their peace of mind and solve their problems through Buddhist meditation. The charity runs day courses/study programmes and meditation classes, school visits and hospital chaplaincy offering spiritual guidance and advice. The charity affirms its commitment to maintaining safeguarding policies and is open to everyone.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£50,245
Latest Expenditure
£39,128

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 77.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 77.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£50,245
£39,1280 / 5
2023
£49,674
£29,4860 / 6
2022
£21,952
£40,5210 / 10
2021
£48,211
£44,7590 / 10
2020
£46,299
£42,4450 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre

What does Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre do?

Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre aims to help people increase their peace of mind and solve their problems through Buddhist meditation. The charity runs day courses/study programmes and meditation classes, school visits and hospital chaplaincy offering spiritual guidance and advice. The charity affirms its commitment to maintaining safeguarding policies and is open to everyone.

How much income did Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre report in 2024?

Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre reported total income of £50k and reported expenditure of £39k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre registered as a charity?

Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 July 2008 as charity number 1125213. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre?

Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre operate?

Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre operates across 3 areas: Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and Worcestershire.

Is Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre a registered charity?

Yes — Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1125213.

Details

Address
Akanishta Kadampa Buddhist Centre
59 Whaddon Road
Cheltenham
GL52 5NE
Registration Date
28 July 2008
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4040505
Charity Number
1125213

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Trustees

AMANDA RUTH DAY
Also governs 1 other charity
Max Watkins
Paolo Nicosia

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