Bodhicharya UK
Analysis
Bodhicharya UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Gillingham. It was registered in August 2020, 6 years ago. Its declared purposes cover religious activities, which this site groups under religion. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides buildings/facilities/open space, provides services and provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending December 2025, Bodhicharya UK reported income of £23k and spending of £19k, spending 83% of its income. Across the 5 years on record, from December 2021 to December 2025, income grew from £3,230 to £23k (+602%), an average of +63% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to December 2024, when income rose by 216%. Over the whole period it spent 56% of the income it received.
Among 20,496 England and Wales charities whose main cause is religion and that reported income, Bodhicharya UK sits at the 35th percentile: it is larger than about 35% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 47th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include 1st Lostock Hall St James Scout Group (£23k), Acoustic84 Communities (£23k) and The Caterham Valley Parish Hall Company Limited (£23k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Our objective is to advance the understanding and practice of the Buddhist faith and philosophy. We do this by (a) providing meetings, teachings and retreats; (b) encouraging and participating in interfaith and intercultural dialogue; (c) promoting and supporting well-being in body, mind and spirit; and (d) supporting the relief of those in need.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Lostock Hall St James Scout Group | Preston | £23k |
| Acoustic84 Communities | Mulberry Gardens | £23k |
| The Caterham Valley Parish Hall Company Limited | Surrey | £23k |
| Wengelawit Lutheran Church of Eritrea in London Ltd | London | £23k |