Religion Charities That specialise in Buddhism
Discover 312 Religion charities that specialise in buddhism. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Notable charities in this sector
Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
The Hokun Trust
Beneficiary group, ReligionPromoting Buddhism by funding the translation and publication of texts for adults and children and attendance at retreats.
Trevor Leggett Adhyatma Yoga Trust
Leisure, ReligionPromotion of knowledge of Yoga,Vedanta, Buddhism, Zen,Judo and Shogi.
Niwana Foundation
Health, ReligionA charity organisation that will focus on promoting Theravada Buddhist practices to foster mindfulness and loving-kindness within the community. Our Vision To contribute towards developing a society where mindfulness and loving-kindness are valued and practiced, leading to a more peaceful and compassionate world.
Buddhist Interhelp
Beneficiary group, Health, Religion, Social welfarePromoting understanding particularly of Vietnamese Buddhism and culture. Financial support: to help poor children in Vietnam obtain education, to assist Vietnamese monks and nuns train in meditation practice, to help those in need both in the UK and abroadFurther funds are being raised to help develop centres for the teaching and practice of Buddhism in the UK.
Hindu Buddhist Cultural Association
Health, ReligionHindu Buddhist Cultural Association :The object of the charity is to bring both communities together and enhance the understanding as there are beliefs that can be incorporated together, bringing the two communities together will help them support one another both morally and socially. We will work through meditation and cultural studies to help and strengthen the bond between both communities.
Drukpa Humanitarian
Health, ReligionFor the benefit of the public, to advance Buddhism, particularly related to the Drukpa lineage, mainly but not exclusively by: the endowment of centres of learning and meditation, the provision of support for those wishing to undertake Buddhist study and practice, and the provision of support for the holding of public ceremonies and teachings, in all cases working anywhere in the world.
Martsang Kagyu UK Buddhist Centre
Health, Religion, ResearchThe Martsang Kagyu tradition is an 855-year-old, unbroken order of traditional Tibetan Buddhism of which His Holiness Gangri Karma Rinpoche an accomplished Master. Our philosophy covers the complete teaching of Buddhist original theory and practice as. We exercise various practices of meditation for insight, wisdom, compassion to improved physical and mental health.Throughout England & Wales.
Ariya Dhamma Meditation Group UK
Health, ReligionWe provide guided meditation programs and Dhamma discussions following Buddhist scriptures 'Thripitaka', with experienced meditation teachers. We hire venues in different locations in the country to conduct these meditation programs. We provide annual meditation programs of 10 days one day monthly meditation programs in different venues in the country.
Drukpa UK
Charity and VCS support, ReligionOrganising public talks and retreats to promote and support the study and application of the principles and practices of Buddhism, under the spiritual authority of the Drukpa lineage.Fundraising for various humanitarian projects including a programme to assist nuns and monks of the Drukpa lineage in Nepal and Ladakh.
Ambedkar International Mission
ReligionAmebdkar International Mission caters to the religious needs of the Buddhist Community primarily in East London but also has affiliates in other cities and towns. The organisation is founded after DR B R Ambedkar who championed the cause of the 'Untouchables' during the British Raj who was also the Chief Architect of the Indian Constitution when India achieved independence.
Peace Of Mind Project Limited
Health, ReligionThe object of the peace of mind project are to use applications the Buddha's teaching for the public benefit by the provision of meditation and mindfulness-based activities to relieve mental and physical suffering and to promote physical and mental health and well-being
New Buddha Way
ReligionThe aim of New Buddha Way is to advance the Buddhist religion (also known as 'the Buddha Dharma') for the benefit of the public in accordance with the spiritual, religious and ethical framework of 'The Four Noble Truths' and 'The Noble Eightfold Path', with their particular emphasis on wisdom, non-harm, compassion and peace.
Oxford Buddhist Society
ReligionThe Oxford Buddhist Society was set up to preserve Theravada Buddhist teachings and practices for the sake of human well-being. In fact, it throws light on the Three Cornerstones in Buddhist monasticism, viz., Pariyatti (learning and understanding of doctrinal teachings), Patipatti (keeping good moral conduct and behaviour), and Pativedha (penetration and attainment of Nibbana).
Rime Buddhist Foundation
ReligionADVANCE THE BUDDHISM RELIGION FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC THROUGH THE HOLDING OF PRAYER MEETINGS, LECTURES, PRODUCING AND DISTRIBUTING SUTRAS AND OTHER RELEVANT RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES IN THE WORLD TO ENLIGHTEN OTHERS ABOUT THE BUDDHISM RELIGION.
Palyul Tibetan Buddhist Society
ReligionBuilding on our profound legacy as a Nyingmapa Palyul Lineage center, we strive to awaken within us the compassion and wisdom of the Buddha Dharma by sharing teaching of the Buddha to all those who seek the knowledge and the truth of the Buddha Dharma, to promote our community, and to provide the general welfare and service to guide the activities which strengthen our faith in the Buddha.
Ati Evolution Foundation
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Religion, Saving of livesAti Evolution Foundation is a charitable endowment raising money in support of professionally run NGOs and Non-profit Organisations dedicated to preservation of Tibetan culture and humanitarian relief in the Himalayan region. Key areas of focus are on NGOs and Non-profits supporting Tibetan language, Tibetan medicine, Tibetan arts and Tibetan Buddhism.
International Buddhist Trust UK Dedicated To Bhikkhu Chandramani, The Diksha Guru Of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Charitable activities, Health, Religion, SocietyWeekly meditation and discussion class.Monthly on a Sunday Dhamma talk and discussion, and at other times by appointment.Chanting and Dhamma talk held monthly on Full Moon Days and special events on Wesakh and Kathina every year. Conduct funerals and wedding ceremony.Counselling, advice and guidance according to the teaching of the Buddha.Support interfaith activities.
Buddhist Society Of Manchester
ReligionMeetings open to the public to discuss aspects of Buddhism and Buddhist practice.
The Manchester Buddha's Light Sunday Chinese School
Education, Religion1.Teaching Chinese (Mandarin class) for the 5-15 Years children2.Teaching Chinese Tradition Dance3. Art work
Sustain Dharma Support Trust
Religion, Social welfareTo generate and offer financial support to key committed members of the Awakened Heart Sangha to advance their capacity to educate or otherwise benefit other members of the Awakened Heart Sangha, Buddhists more generally and the wider public. In cases of hardship, to contribute to such practicioners' health and social care.
The Kendo Nagasaki Foundation
Health, ReligionThe Kendo Nagasaki Foundation is an organisation aimed at helping people de-stress, clear their minds, find peace, and become fully empowered through Zen Buddhist practises, including meditation and mindfulness.
Lam Rim (wilts And Glos) Buddhists
Health, ReligionThe charity holds classes each week on meditation as well as Dharma classes taken by Geshe Thinley who visits from Bristol. The charity facilitates the sponsoring of Monks at Drepung Monastery in India by individuals.
Triratna Buddhist Community (blackburn)
Associations, Health, ReligionTo provide guidance and instruction of meditation and Buddhism to everyone. To honour humanity and live peacefully and kindly
The Sakya Thubten Ling Tibetan Buddhist Centre (uk)
ReligionThe advancement of the Buddhist religion, particularly but not exclusively, the Sakya edition of Tibetan Buddhism, both nationally and worldwide.
Woking People Of Faith
ReligionWorking in Woking and its environs and drawing together people from Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Baha'i and other recognised world faiths, Woking People of Faith organises educational events, and other activities which help the wider community to understand differences in faith and culture, thereby reducing prejudice and improving inter-community relations.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many buddhism religion charities are there in the UK?
There are 312 registered buddhism religion charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the buddhism religion charities by income?
Canterbury Christ Church University is the largest by latest reported annual income (£353.8m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of buddhism religion charities?
Buddhism religion charities reported a combined annual income of £15.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for buddhism religion charities?
Across all buddhism religion charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 89.5%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of buddhism religion charities?
Buddhism religion charities have an average annual income of £424k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.