International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester)
Also known as: Ibps (manchester) Limited, Manchester Fo Guang Shan Temple
The charity holds regular Sunday services, Monthly Lamp Offering Services and Special Dharma Services. It provides counselling on a variety of subjects and conducts Chinese courses. It also performs marriages and funeral services.
Activities & Mission
The charity holds regular Sunday services, Monthly Lamp Offering Services and Special Dharma Services. It provides counselling on a variety of subjects and conducts Chinese courses. It also performs marriages and funeral services.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 93% 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 82% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £436,622 | £307,229 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2023 | £502,136 | £611,441 | £611,353 | £487,919 | £350,099 | 0 / 60 |
| 2022 | £240,155 | £122,134 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £198,951 | £162,288 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2020 | £125,497 | £668,760 | 0 / 60 |
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Frequently asked questions about International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester)
What does International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester) do?
The charity holds regular Sunday services, Monthly Lamp Offering Services and Special Dharma Services. It provides counselling on a variety of subjects and conducts Chinese courses. It also performs marriages and funeral services.
How much income did International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester) report in 2024?
International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester) reported total income of £437k and reported expenditure of £307k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester)?
International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester) has a program ratio of 121.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1860 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester) registered as a charity?
International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 May 2003 as charity number 1097502. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester)?
International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester) is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Chueh Yann Shih. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester) operate?
International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester) operates across 10 areas, including Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester, Conwy and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester) a registered charity?
Yes — International Buddhist Progress Society (manchester) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1097502.
Details
MANCHESTER
M16 9AF
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- 14 May 2026
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