Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK
Advancement of Hindu Dharma (religion) through education, promoting studies into Hindu Dharma, promotion of harmonious inter-race/inter-community relations, celebration of Hindu festivals, language classes, youth seminars, lecture tours from prominent scholars, co-ordination with other Hindu organisations/faith groups, performance of religious rites, teaching of religious education in schools.
Activities & Mission
Advancement of Hindu Dharma (religion) through education, promoting studies into Hindu Dharma, promotion of harmonious inter-race/inter-community relations, celebration of Hindu festivals, language classes, youth seminars, lecture tours from prominent scholars, co-ordination with other Hindu organisations/faith groups, performance of religious rites, teaching of religious education in schools.
Grants
Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £269,735
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, accommodation or housing, religious activities, arts, culture, heritage, or science and amateur sport
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 27% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 321). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 34% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £533,399 | £269,735 | £269,735 | £4,102,472 | £4,102,472 | 1 / 150 |
| 2024 | £392,135 | £245,439 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2023 | £370,218 | £238,359 | 0 / 121 | |||
| 2022 | £298,260 | £325,914 | 0 / 121 | |||
| 2021 | £127,084 | £102,692 | 0 / 144 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK
What does Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK do?
Advancement of Hindu Dharma (religion) through education, promoting studies into Hindu Dharma, promotion of harmonious inter-race/inter-community relations, celebration of Hindu festivals, language classes, youth seminars, lecture tours from prominent scholars, co-ordination with other Hindu organisations/faith groups, performance of religious rites, teaching of religious education in schools.
How much income did Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK report in 2025?
Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK reported total income of £533k and reported expenditure of £270k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK?
Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK has a program ratio of 50.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 27% of UK Religion charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 321 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK registered as a charity?
Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 September 1972 as charity number 262684. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK?
Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK operate?
Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK a registered charity?
Yes — Vishwa Hindu Parishad UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 262684.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated