ANUKAMPA BHIKKHUNI PROJECT
Anukampa is a religious and educational charity, advancing Buddhism within the Theravada tradition. Anukampa will establish a monastery where the public can benefit from the support of monastic teachers, and be a training facility for women who wish to undertake training towards full ordination. The charity also organises meditation retreats, talks and discussion groups.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £2,895,438, significantly exceeding the stated reserves policy target of £30,000. The charity reported a net income of £226,986 and holds a substantial interest-free loan from the Buddhist Society of Western Australia, which is repayable on demand.
What the accounts disclose
“The reserves policy is regularly reviewed and has been maintained at the previously agreed amount of £30,000.” — page 5
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/05/2024)
Trustees
- BHIKKHU BRAHMAVAMSOchair
- Alison Claire French
- Darren John Weeks
- Elena Hui Ling Han
- Kenneth Alfred Richardson
- Manori Kokila Wickremasinghe
- Susan Barbara Petherick
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/05/2025 | £272k | £45k |
| 31/05/2024 | £770k | £62k |
| 31/05/2023 | £194k | £54k |
| 31/05/2022 | £571k | £24k |
| 31/05/2021 | £157k | £39k |
Common questions
Is ANUKAMPA BHIKKHUNI PROJECT financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £2,895,438, significantly exceeding the stated reserves policy target of £30,000. The charity reported a net income of £226,986 and holds a substantial interest-free loan from the Buddhist Society of Western Australia, which is repayable on demand. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.