BUDDHA METTA SOCIETY
The charity arranges Buddhist pilgrimages primarily to Thailand but also elsewhere timed to coincide with the Far East cool season in January. We are led by Theravada Thai Forest Tradition monks, living in a simple way and sharing in the generosity we encounter as we visit and stay in many important sites to experience them and listen to Dhamma teachings.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £52 for the year ended 31 December 2024, with total turnover of £57,635. However, the charity holds only £112 in net assets, as current liabilities of £613 (accountancy fees) offset the cash held at bank. The trustees' report indicates that remaining donations are forwarded to support causes in Thailand and the UK, with no reserves policy target explicitly stated beyond covering examination costs.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity’s principal source of funds is via individual donations made.” — page 7
“Depending on the future annual income, the BMS will need to reserve an amount to pay for an independent examination as the charity's income exceeded the 25K limit after which an examination is required.” — page 7
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (28/11/2018)
Trustees
- KENNETH GARRODchair
- Anthony Malcolm Halter
- Christopher Simpson Jones
- Gregory Scotland
- Jeremy MacLaren Bruce
- Martin Bersik
- PETER ERNEST FOSTER
- Sheila Taylor
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £58k | £57k |
| 31/12/2023 | £21k | £21k |
| 31/12/2022 | £52k | £52k |
| 31/12/2021 | £28k | £27k |
| 31/12/2020 | £18k | £18k |
Common questions
Is BUDDHA METTA SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £52 for the year ended 31 December 2024, with total turnover of £57,635. However, the charity holds only £112 in net assets, as current liabilities of £613 (accountancy fees) offset the cash held at bank. The trustees' report indicates that remaining donations are forwarded to support causes in Thailand and the UK, with no reserves policy target explicitly stated beyond covering examination costs. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.