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Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust

To act as a centre for the teaching Buddhism (Theravada) as well as Meditation and Mindfulness. The charity works to enhance the psychological and social well being of community groups in the North of England and encourage fostering of harmony and cohesion among them. The charity also engages in organising Buddhist cultural events.

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Activities & Mission

To act as a centre for the teaching Buddhism (Theravada) as well as Meditation and Mindfulness. The charity works to enhance the psychological and social well being of community groups in the North of England and encourage fostering of harmony and cohesion among them. The charity also engages in organising Buddhist cultural events.

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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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£36,528
Latest Expenditure
£30,294

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 82.9%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£36,528
£30,2940 / 60
2024
£35,224
£26,9240 / 60
2023
£66,926
£22,0880 / 50
2022
£57,740
£30,2760 / 40
2021
£50,120
£13,0820 / 25

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust

What does Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust do?

To act as a centre for the teaching Buddhism (Theravada) as well as Meditation and Mindfulness. The charity works to enhance the psychological and social well being of community groups in the North of England and encourage fostering of harmony and cohesion among them. The charity also engages in organising Buddhist cultural events.

How much income did Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust report in 2025?

Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust reported total income of £37k and reported expenditure of £30k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust registered as a charity?

Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 October 2017 as charity number 1175406. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust?

Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev PIYATISSA PIDIWILLE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust operate?

Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust operates in Leeds City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Leeds Buddhist Vihara Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1175406.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
27 October 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5105676
Charity Number
1175406

Trustees

Rev PIYATISSA PIDIWILLE Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr CHAMINDA WEERASEKERA
Rev PEMANANDA GALPOTIAYAYE
Also governs 1 other charity
SAJITH CHANAKA MUDALIGE
SHALINDRA DHANUKA PANDITHARATNE

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