The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre
Lectures and retreats are held on a regular basis at the centre. The meditation room is used for daily services, and for private prayer and contemplation. The bookshop has a large stock of books on Vedanta and related subjects. The centre provides support for the philanthropic work of other Ramakrishna Math and Mission centres.
Activities & Mission
Lectures and retreats are held on a regular basis at the centre. The meditation room is used for daily services, and for private prayer and contemplation. The bookshop has a large stock of books on Vedanta and related subjects. The centre provides support for the philanthropic work of other Ramakrishna Math and Mission centres.
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 29% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 20% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 12% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £458,236 | £369,655 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £445,863 | £331,673 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2022 | £597,340 | £496,627 | £426,689 | £15,270,881 | £15,270,881 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £326,609 | £228,791 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £303,518 | £272,671 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre
What does The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre do?
Lectures and retreats are held on a regular basis at the centre. The meditation room is used for daily services, and for private prayer and contemplation. The bookshop has a large stock of books on Vedanta and related subjects. The centre provides support for the philanthropic work of other Ramakrishna Math and Mission centres.
How much income did The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre report in 2024?
The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre reported total income of £458k and reported expenditure of £370k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre?
The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre has a program ratio of 71.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 29% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre registered as a charity?
The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 206169. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre?
The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Swami Sarvasthananda. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre operate?
The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre operates across 5 areas, including Germany, India, Nepal and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre a registered charity?
Yes — The Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 206169.
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Blind Lane
BOURNE END
SL8 5LF
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