Maharishi Foundation
Also known as: World Government of the Age of Enlightenment Great Britain
Advancement of the education of the public by: 1) Offering courses of instruction to the public that will promote the mental and creative development of the individual, including Transcendental Meditation and related advanced techniques. 2) Establishing, conducting and maintaining an institution of further education and additional educational facilities. 3) Making grants to other charities.
Activities & Mission
Advancement of the education of the public by: 1) Offering courses of instruction to the public that will promote the mental and creative development of the individual, including Transcendental Meditation and related advanced techniques. 2) Establishing, conducting and maintaining an institution of further education and additional educational facilities. 3) Making grants to other charities.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 49% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 14% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,839,811 | £2,225,818 | £1,711,634 | £4,410,055 | £2,990,050 | 26 / 60 |
| 2023 | £2,337,073 | £2,510,823 | £1,913,835 | £4,796,062 | £3,109,292 | 23 / 40 |
| 2022 | £2,273,964 | £2,518,463 | £1,841,233 | £3,596,442 | £0 | 32 / 20 |
| 2021 | £2,193,211 | £2,473,732 | £1,719,728 | £3,840,941 | £0 | 37 / 30 |
| 2020 | £2,398,456 | £2,526,507 | £1,670,789 | £4,121,462 | £0 | 43 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about Maharishi Foundation
What does Maharishi Foundation do?
Advancement of the education of the public by: 1) Offering courses of instruction to the public that will promote the mental and creative development of the individual, including Transcendental Meditation and related advanced techniques. 2) Establishing, conducting and maintaining an institution of further education and additional educational facilities. 3) Making grants to other charities.
How much income did Maharishi Foundation report in 2024?
Maharishi Foundation reported total income of £1.84m and reported expenditure of £2.23m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Maharishi Foundation?
Maharishi Foundation has a program ratio of 93.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Maharishi Foundation registered as a charity?
Maharishi Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 October 1975 as charity number 270157. It has been registered for 51 years.
Who runs Maharishi Foundation?
Maharishi Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Maharishi Foundation operate?
Maharishi Foundation operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Maharishi Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Maharishi Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 270157.
Details
Gardenia Close
Rendlesham
Woodbridge
Suffolk
IP12 2GX
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Also Known As
- World Government of the Age of Enlightenment Great Britain
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated