Oxford Buddhist Society
Oxford Buddhist Society is a registered charity in England & Wales working in general charitable purposes, religious activities, based in Oxford.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- 1204856
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- CIO
- Location
- Oxford
- Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)
- £8,037
What the charity does
The Oxford Buddhist Society was set up to preserve Theravada Buddhist teachings and practices for the sake of human well-being. In fact, it throws light on the Three Cornerstones in Buddhist monasticism, viz., Pariyatti (learning and understanding of doctrinal teachings), Patipatti (keeping good moral conduct and behaviour), and Pativedha (penetration and attainment of Nibbana).
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Oxford Buddhist Society a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Oxford Buddhist Society is a registered charity (number 1204856) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register.
- What does Oxford Buddhist Society do?
- The Oxford Buddhist Society was set up to preserve Theravada Buddhist teachings and practices for the sake of human well-being. In fact, it throws light on the Three Cornerstones in Buddhist monasticism, viz., Pariyatti (learning and understanding of doctrinal teachings), Patipatti (keeping good moral conduct and behaviour), and Pativedha (penetration and attainment of Nibbana).
- How can I donate to Oxford Buddhist Society?
- Oxford Buddhist Society's website is https://www.oxfordbuddhistsociety.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.
Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.