LONDON INSIGHT MEDITATION
London Insight Meditation encourages and supports meditation practice in the Buddhist tradition.It organises a varied programme of classes and retreats in the belief that such teachings will bring contentment and calm to busy urban lives.Our visiting teachers are widely recognised; they are experienced, trained, and bound by a code of ethics.People of all backgrounds and traditions are welcome
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity returned a surplus of £5,837 for the year ended 31 December 2024, following deficits in the previous two years. Per the trustees' report, the financial position is described as stronger and more sustainable, with unrestricted reserves totaling £54,597. The trustees are satisfied that these reserves are adequate to finance the charity's continuation as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity needs adequate reserves to enable it to finance future events, keep the day-to-day operations of the charity running, provide a precautionary reserve in case of fluctuations in the future level and timing of receipt of income, and to provide funds for investment.”
Trustees
- Joanna-May Sta. Anachair
- Bhaswati Reena Purchase
- Derek Bruce
- Dr Josie Levine
- Patrick Drysdale
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £38k | £32k |
| 31/12/2023 | £36k | £47k |
| 31/12/2022 | £26k | £53k |
| 31/12/2021 | £45k | £29k |
| 31/12/2020 | £47k | £32k |
Common questions
Is LONDON INSIGHT MEDITATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity returned a surplus of £5,837 for the year ended 31 December 2024, following deficits in the previous two years. Per the trustees' report, the financial position is described as stronger and more sustainable, with unrestricted reserves totaling £54,597. The trustees are satisfied that these reserves are adequate to finance the charity's continuation as a going concern. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.