LONG DUC BUDDHIST TEMPLE
To advance the Buddhist religion in accordance with the doctrines and principles of the Buddhist faith.To advance the education of the public in the subject of meditation and theteachings of Buddhism.To provide or assist in the provision of facilities, in the interest of social welfare for recreation.The relief of poverty by providing such assistance and support.
Objects
THE OBJECTS OF THE CIO ARE:(1) TO ADVANCE THE BUDDHIST RELIGION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE DOCTRINES AND PRINCIPLES OF THE BUDDHIST FAITH, IN PARTICULAR THROUGH SERENE REFLECTION MEDITATION, GUIDANCE, DAY RETREATS, PUBLIC CELEBRATIONS OF RELIGIOUS FESTIVALS, EVENTS, DAILY SERVICES, EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS AND LECTURES;(2) TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE SUBJECT OF MEDITATION AND THE TEACHINGS OF BUDDHISM, IN PARTICULAR (BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY) BY SUPPORTING AND ENCOURAGING THE STUDY AND PRACTICE OF BUDDHIST MEDITATION;(4) TO PROVIDE OR ASSIST IN THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES, IN THE INTEREST OF SOCIAL WELFARE FOR RECREATION OR OTHER LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION OF PERSONS WHO HAVE NEED OF SUCH FACILITIES WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THEIR CONDITION OF LIFE;(5) THE RELIEF OF POVERTY BY PROVIDING SUCH ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT AS THE TRUSTEES DEEM APPROPRIATE; AND(6) TO PRESERVE AND PROTECT GOOD HEALTH THROUGH THE PROVISION OF PSYCHOTHERAPY SESSIONS.NOTHING IN THIS CONSTITUTION SHALL AUTHORISE AN APPLICATION OF THE PROPERTY OF THE CIO FOR THE PURPOSES WHICH ARE NOT CHARITABLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 7 OF THE CHARITIES AND TRUSTEE INVESTMENT (SCOTLAND) ACT 2005 AND SECTION 2 OF THE CHARITIES ACT (NORTHERN IRELAND) 2008.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a net surplus of £100,147 for its first operational period, resulting in unrestricted reserves of that same amount. The trustees report that these reserves, combined with expected income, are sufficient to continue as a going concern for the next 12 months. The charity holds no restricted funds and has no disclosed pension deficits or trading subsidiaries.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees aim to build a general unrestricted cash reserve equivalent to 3 to 6 months of core operating expenses to ensure operational stability.” — page 5
“During the period, total funds received from Chan Khong Monastery UK amounted to £201,100, comprising £170,500 as an interest-free concessionary loan and £30,600 as an unrestricted donation. Loan repayments made during the period totalled £44,000, leaving an outstanding balance of £126,500 as at 30 November 2025.” — page 13
“In addition, she made unconditional cash donations totalling £2,588 to the charity.”
“During the period, total funds received from Chan Khong Monastery UK amounted to £201,100, comprising £170,500 as an interest-free concessionary loan and £30,600 as an unrestricted donation. Loan repayments made during the period totalled £44,000, leaving an outstanding balance of £126,500 as at 30 November 2025.” — page 13
“In addition, she made unconditional cash donations totalling £2,588 to the charity.”
“During the period, total funds received from Chan Khong Monastery UK amounted to £201,100, comprising £170,500 as an interest-free concessionary loan and £30,600 as an unrestricted donation. Loan repayments made during the period totalled £44,000, leaving an outstanding balance of £126,500 as at 30 November 2025.” — page 13
“In addition, she made unconditional cash donations totalling £2,588 to the charity.”
Policies the charity declares
- Complaints handling
- Conflicting interests
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Investment
- Risk management
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
Trustees
- Amy Dieu Dan Huynh
- Oliver Khang Vinh Huynh
- Thi Kim Trang Do
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/11/2025 | £166k | £66k |
Common questions
Is LONG DUC BUDDHIST TEMPLE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a net surplus of £100,147 for its first operational period, resulting in unrestricted reserves of that same amount. The trustees report that these reserves, combined with expected income, are sufficient to continue as a going concern for the next 12 months. The charity holds no restricted funds and has no disclosed pension deficits or trading subsidiaries. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.