Theravada Monastic Trust
Also known as: The Portuguese Theravada Buddhist Monastic Trust, Mosteiro Budista Theravada, Portuguese Theravada Buddhist Monastic Trust
The main object of the charity is to support the development of a Theravada Buddhist Monastic Sangha worldwide. The Charity supports visits by monastics, retreats and the development of infrastructures for monasteries..
Activities & Mission
The main object of the charity is to support the development of a Theravada Buddhist Monastic Sangha worldwide. The Charity supports visits by monastics, retreats and the development of infrastructures for monasteries..
Grants
Theravada Monastic Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Grants paid (2025)
- £2,036,558
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- religious activities
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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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Local Authority
Financial Information
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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 2025.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,024,318 | £2,066,321 | £2,066,321 | £162,873 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,118,231 | £1,069,649 | £1,069,649 | £204,876 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £90,975 | £156,294 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £54,245 | £11,362 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Theravada Monastic Trust
What does Theravada Monastic Trust do?
The main object of the charity is to support the development of a Theravada Buddhist Monastic Sangha worldwide. The Charity supports visits by monastics, retreats and the development of infrastructures for monasteries..
How much income did Theravada Monastic Trust report in 2025?
Theravada Monastic Trust reported total income of £2.02m and reported expenditure of £2.07m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Theravada Monastic Trust registered as a charity?
Theravada Monastic Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 January 2009 as charity number 1127588. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Theravada Monastic Trust?
Theravada Monastic Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is DANIEL SINNOTT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Theravada Monastic Trust operate?
Theravada Monastic Trust operates across 4 areas: Italy, Portugal, United States and Hertfordshire.
Is Theravada Monastic Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Theravada Monastic Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1127588.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 2 other charities
Also Known As
- The Portuguese Theravada Buddhist Monastic Trust
- Mosteiro Budista Theravada
- Portuguese Theravada Buddhist Monastic Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated