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The Reading Hindu Centre

Providing place of worship for the Hindu community residing in Reading and surrounding Thames Valley areasProviding a place of hire for the local communityProviding Shakha facilities for children, youth, men and womenProviding Yoga classesProviding classes on HinduismOrganises School visits and Scout Group visits for enhancing their knowledge of Hinduism

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Activities & Mission

Providing place of worship for the Hindu community residing in Reading and surrounding Thames Valley areasProviding a place of hire for the local communityProviding Shakha facilities for children, youth, men and womenProviding Yoga classesProviding classes on HinduismOrganises School visits and Scout Group visits for enhancing their knowledge of Hinduism

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£208,561
Latest Expenditure
£104,138

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 49.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 49.9%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£208,561
£104,1380 / 50
2023
£134,677
£69,3200 / 30
2022
£103,567
£73,9420 / 10
2021
£113,713
£49,7940 / 20
2020
£76,656
£52,2520 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Reading Hindu Centre

What does The Reading Hindu Centre do?

Providing place of worship for the Hindu community residing in Reading and surrounding Thames Valley areasProviding a place of hire for the local communityProviding Shakha facilities for children, youth, men and womenProviding Yoga classesProviding classes on HinduismOrganises School visits and Scout Group visits for enhancing their knowledge of Hinduism

How much income did The Reading Hindu Centre report in 2024?

The Reading Hindu Centre reported total income of £209k and reported expenditure of £104k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Reading Hindu Centre registered as a charity?

The Reading Hindu Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 August 2006 as charity number 1115850. It has been registered for 20 years.

Who runs The Reading Hindu Centre?

The Reading Hindu Centre is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr ASHOK KHARE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Reading Hindu Centre operate?

The Reading Hindu Centre operates in Reading, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Reading Hindu Centre a registered charity?

Yes — The Reading Hindu Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1115850.

Details

Address
READING HINDU TEMPLE
112 WHITLEY STREET
READING
RG2 0EQ
Registration Date
17 August 2006
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4023428
Charity Number
1115850

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Trustees

Dr ASHOK KHARE Chair
BHUPENDRA SANKHLA
Dhiraj Gehlot
Also governs 1 other charity
GOVIND BHATTI
LAXMAN CHOUHAN
Also governs 2 other charities
Shashi Kumar Mawkin
SUNIL MEHAN
VIJAY MISTRY

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