Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project
Anukampa is a religious and educational charity, advancing Buddhism within the Theravada tradition. Anukampa will establish a monastery where the public can benefit from the support of monastic teachers, and be a training facility for women who wish to undertake training towards full ordination. The charity also organises meditation retreats, talks and discussion groups.
Activities & Mission
Anukampa is a religious and educational charity, advancing Buddhism within the Theravada tradition. Anukampa will establish a monastery where the public can benefit from the support of monastic teachers, and be a training facility for women who wish to undertake training towards full ordination. The charity also organises meditation retreats, talks and discussion groups.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 9% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1860). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 36% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £271,976 | £44,990 | 0 / 11 | |||
| 2024 | £769,767 | £62,048 | £62,048 | £2,669,224 | £2,668,452 | 0 / 11 |
| 2023 | £194,293 | £54,331 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £570,926 | £23,695 | £23,695 | £1,821,543 | £0 | 0 / 10 |
| 2021 | £156,752 | £39,400 | 0 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project
What does Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project do?
Anukampa is a religious and educational charity, advancing Buddhism within the Theravada tradition. Anukampa will establish a monastery where the public can benefit from the support of monastic teachers, and be a training facility for women who wish to undertake training towards full ordination. The charity also organises meditation retreats, talks and discussion groups.
How much income did Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project report in 2025?
Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project reported total income of £272k and reported expenditure of £45k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project?
Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project has a program ratio of 8.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 9% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1860 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project registered as a charity?
Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 April 2017 as charity number 1172570. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project?
Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is BHIKKHU BRAHMAVAMSO. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project operate?
Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project a registered charity?
Yes — Anukampa Bhikkhuni Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172570.
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