Donations

Dāna is the Buddhist principle of generosity. As part of spreading the Buddha's teachings, we think it's important that we run our centre on the basis of dāna and aim to inspire a culture of giving.

All are classes are run by volunteers who aren't paid for the work they do. We don't charge for most of our classes, but simply ask you to donate whatever you can so we can cover our running costs.

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What It Costs

Monthly costs based on our budget for 2025/6
£876
Chair of the Centre

costs of supporting Prajnaketu part-time

£333
Rent or Lease of Buildings

hire of venues for regular classes and day retreats

£283
Weekend Retreats

costs associated with hiring Adhisthana, our venue

£53
Other operating costs

e.g. equipment, bookshop

£42
IT - software and consumables

£33
Fundraising

Including card reader, subscription, and fees

£33
Donations to other Triratna projects

e.g. to Tiratanaloka Unlimited

£25
Advertising/Promotional

website, mailchimp, Meetup, promotions in print and digital media

£25
Classes and events expenses

e.g. visitor travel, flowers,

£22
Insurance

Where It Comes From

Total 2024-5
Regular Donations 5818
Classes and events 6494
Weekend Retreats 3520
Single Donations 322
Gift Aid (includes for 2022-5) 5417
Bookshop 55
Other income (including for Tiratanaloka) 1403
Income from our financial year ending April 2025

How You Can Help

By far the best way to financially support the Oxford Buddhist Centre continue its activities is to set up a standing order. Fill in the form below and either email it to us or hand it in at one of our sessions. 

Oxford Triratna Gift Aid Form.docx
Gift Aid

If you are a UK taxpayer, the value of your donation can be increased by 25% under the Gift Aid scheme at no extra cost to you. This makes a significant difference, so if this applies to you, please help us by completing a Gift Aid declaration.

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