Question 1

What is the mission of FRIENDS OF THE WESTERN BUDDHIST ORDER (SURLINGHAM)?

Accepted Answer

Padmaloka is a UK Buddhist retreat centre for men and hosts retreats exploring Buddhism, Buddhist Meditation and study. The retreat centre is part of the Triratna Buddhist Order (Formerly Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (FWBO)), a worldwide movement founded by Sangharakshita that aims to make Buddhist teachings and practices available in a form appropriate and accessible to the modern world.

Question 2

What is the financial size of FRIENDS OF THE WESTERN BUDDHIST ORDER (SURLINGHAM)?

Accepted Answer

FRIENDS OF THE WESTERN BUDDHIST ORDER (SURLINGHAM) is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £610,511 and total expenditure of £370,501.

Question 3

How does FRIENDS OF THE WESTERN BUDDHIST ORDER (SURLINGHAM) allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 94.1% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 5.9% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (99.0%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of FRIENDS OF THE WESTERN BUDDHIST ORDER (SURLINGHAM)?

Accepted Answer

FRIENDS OF THE WESTERN BUDDHIST ORDER (SURLINGHAM) employs 0 staff members and is supported by 0 volunteers.

Question 5

Does FRIENDS OF THE WESTERN BUDDHIST ORDER (SURLINGHAM) receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does FRIENDS OF THE WESTERN BUDDHIST ORDER (SURLINGHAM) pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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