Religion Charities That specialise in Buddhism

Shenpen UK helps preserve the unique cultural and spiritual heritage of Tibet. Charitable activities include sponsorship of overseas projects aimed at improving conditions for the Tibetan community in exile and hosting teaching programmes by His Eminence the 7th Dzogchen Rinpoche, one of the highest Lamas in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition and holder of the authentic Dzogchen lineage.

The advancement of the Buddhist faith & practice throughout the United Kingdom and worldwide for the public benefit, mainly but not exclusively through providing resources and information on Buddhism for groups and individuals to enlighten others about the Buddhist faith. The trust will carry out this function principally through its publication www.thezengateway.com

Religious Activities

To increase the Buddhist Faith under the spiritual guidance of the elected General Spiritual Director of the NKT-IKBU as a member of the union of Kadampa Buddhist Centres

BUDDHIST RELIGIOUS ACTIVITES AND MEDITATION CLASSES

TO PROMOTE BUDDHISM AND TO MAKE IT EASILY ACCESIBLE TO THE UK'S GROWING BURMESE COMMUNITY AND NON BURMESE BUDDHISTS SUCH AS THAIS, SRI LANKANS, ETC ANYONE INTERESTED IN BUDDHISM FOR SPIRITUAL AND MEDITATION ETC.

(a) facilitating the teaching of Theravada Buddhism and to provide opportunities for the study and practice of Buddhist philosophy, meditation and mindfulness(b) conducting regular lessons in Buddhism for devotees.(c) establishing centres for the practice of Buddhism(d) providing residential facilities for Buddhist monks to teach and practice Buddhism

To advance the education of the public in the principles and philosophies of Buddhism and to advance the Buddhist faith through teaching, study, practice and observance of the traditions of all schools of Buddhism.

To expound and propagate the truth of Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism by holding lectures and services in the Temple.

a) Relief of poverty or sickness with particular reference to those persons who are homelessb) Promote and support of research into problems of poverty and the publication of the useful results of such researchc) Promote the teaching of Confucius Tao and Buddha

We run activities at the Manchester Centre for Buddhist Meditation to enable people to learn the Samatha Meditation Practice and to generally help the advancement of the practice.We offer free beginners' meditation classes, study courses for those who have completed the initial meditation course, days of practice, monthly puja's, and a singing and Tai Chi group.

Public courses and other events in meditation and Buddhism, guiding and supporting those who wish to follow the Buddhist religion.

Providing facilities and activities for Buddhists with an emphasis on retired Buddhists.

TO ADVANCE THE BUDDHIST RELIGION, IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY OXFORDSHIRE AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC THROUGH THE HOLDING OF PRAYER MEETINGS, LECTURES, PUBLIC CELEBRATION OF RELIGIOUS FESTIVALS, PRODUCING AND/OR DISTRIBUTING LITERATURE ON BUDDHISM TO ENLIGHTEN OTHERS ABOUT THE BUDDHIST RELIGION.

To advance the Buddhist religion in the UK for the benefit of the public through the holding of prayer meetings, lectures, public celebration of religious festivals, producing and/or distributing literature with the tradition of Vajrayana (Tibetan) Buddhism to enlighten others about the Buddhist religion.

To promote the Buddhist faith by providing teaching, study and practice of moral discipline within the Buddhist tradition of Je Tsongkhapa.

Facilitate Buddhist study and practice. Invite and host visiting Buddhist teachers

We promote Buddha Shakyamuni's teaching, practice online and on-site on a regular basis. We promote vegetarian and healthy life style to the public. We also invite scholars and Buddhist monks to give talks to our members and to the public.

Hosting meetings headed by visiting priests.Supplying study materials and items needed for correct practice ( incense, prayer books etc).

The charity arranges Buddhist pilgrimages primarily to Thailand but also elsewhere timed to coincide with the Far East cool season in January. We are led by Theravada Thai Forest Tradition monks, living in a simple way and sharing in the generosity we encounter as we visit and stay in many important sites to experience them and listen to Dhamma teachings.

we operate from our temple site and we provide instruction into the beliefs of the Buddhist faith. We do this through holding educational seminars for all students of all faiths and of none. We also include a programme on mindfullness and spiritual meditation.

Provide teachings to advance the Buddhist religion, particularly but not exclusively the Sakya tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Advance the education of the public in the principles and philosophies of Tibetan Buddhism and observance of the traditions of Tibetan Buddhism, including meditation and practice of loving kindness. Fundraise to relieve poverty and sickness by any charitable means.

Medicine Buddha Foundation has been providing spiritual and non-spiritual services to the Buddhist community since 2002. We are the only Vietnamese Buddhist temple in the greater London area. Medicine Buddha Foundation aims to advance the Buddhist religion and religious education in particular Vietnamese Mayahana Buddhism in London and the surrounding area in particular.

The Lam Rim Bristol Trust seeks to reduce the suffering of all beings through the provision of a quiet Centre for meditation and reflection, with guidance in Buddhist philosophy and practice. Through support of the ordained community, there is mutual benefit for lay people and monks and nuns. The centre is supported holistically by an Alternative Health Centre.

The main objective is the furthering the teaching of Buddhism and Buddhist culture to the community. The charities main activity is providing the community with opportunities to deepen their cultural understanding and community cohesion. Typical activities include public talks, meditation, formal ceremonies and Sunday school teaching. The centre is open to everyone