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The Abhayaratna Trust

The Abhayaratna Trust exists to alleviate financial hardship among members of the Triratna Buddhist Order. Modest grants are made to enable individuals to attend retreats and Order gatherings, and to support those with urgent health and living costs.

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Activities & Mission

The Abhayaratna Trust exists to alleviate financial hardship among members of the Triratna Buddhist Order. Modest grants are made to enable individuals to attend retreats and Order gatherings, and to support those with urgent health and living costs.

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.

Show all 13 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£166,358
Latest Expenditure
£159,901

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 96.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 96.1%
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 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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£166,358
£159,9010 / 10
2023
£84,873
£168,0650 / 5
2022
£166,142
£192,2210 / 1
2021
£269,339
£92,2020 / 1
2020
£92,439
£82,3370 / 4

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Frequently asked questions about The Abhayaratna Trust

What does The Abhayaratna Trust do?

The Abhayaratna Trust exists to alleviate financial hardship among members of the Triratna Buddhist Order. Modest grants are made to enable individuals to attend retreats and Order gatherings, and to support those with urgent health and living costs.

How much income did The Abhayaratna Trust report in 2024?

The Abhayaratna Trust reported total income of £166k and reported expenditure of £160k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Abhayaratna Trust registered as a charity?

The Abhayaratna Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 October 2008 as charity number 1126494. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs The Abhayaratna Trust?

The Abhayaratna Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT ALAN SABATINI. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Abhayaratna Trust operate?

The Abhayaratna Trust operates across 13 areas, including Australia, France, Germany and 10 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Abhayaratna Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Abhayaratna Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1126494.

Details

Address
3 Wydale Low Cottages
Brompton-By-Sawdon
SCARBOROUGH
North Yorkshire
YO13 9DF
Registration Date
29 October 2008
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4038556
Charity Number
1126494

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Trustees

ROBERT ALAN SABATINI Chair
Christine Ann Jackson
Gillian Alison Thomas
James William Turnbull
John Maurice Bristow
Also governs 1 other charity
Kavyamani Stephanie Delany
Martin Ambrose Hillary

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