# **Registered Charity Number 1141949**
**The Sanghapadipa Temple Reports and Accounts For the Year Ended 30th April 2023 Reports and Accounts**
## **The Sanghapadipa Temple Report and Accounts**
|**Contents**|**Page**|
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|Trustee's Report|1 - 5|
|Independent Examiner's Report to Report to the Trustees of the Charity|6 - 7|
|Summary of Receipts and Payments|8|
|Statement of Assets & Liabilities|9|
|Notes to the Accounts|10|
|Detailed Analysis of Receipts and Payments|11 - 12|
Section A
## **Trustees' Annual Report for the period**
Period start date Period end date 01 05 2022 30 04 2023 **From To**
## Reference and administration details
**Charity name** THE SANGHAPADIPA TEMPLE
**Other names charity is known by** N/A **Registered charity number (if any)** 1141949 **Charity's principal address** TREE TOPS PENGWERN ROAD, CLASE SWANSEA **Postcode SA6 7LW**
## **Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity**
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**whole year**|**Name of person (or body)**
**entitled to appoint trustee (if**
**any)**|
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||PHRA SUTAS
PHUANGPHUA|CHAIRMAN||
PHRA SUTAS PHUANGPHUA
WITH MAJORITY VOTE OF
OTHER TRUSTEES.|
||MRS CHUTHARAT
MORGAN|SECRETARY|||
||MRS NONGLAK
DONOVAN|TREASURER|||
||MRS. MAYUREE
LAMB|TRUSTEE AND
TREASURER
ASSISTANT|||
||MRS. WANNAPA
COOPER|TRUSTEE|||
||MRS. SAMAI
DAVIES|TRUSTEE|||
||MR. ROBERT
SHEPHERD|TRUSTEE|||
||MRS. ANUWAT
KHEMTHONG|TRUSTEE|||
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**Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)**
**Name Dates acted if not for whole year**
## **Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)**
|**Type of adviser**
|**Name**
|**Address**|
|---|---|---|
|**ACCOUNTANTS**|I D Accounting
Services Ltd|Robertstown House, Aberdare Business Park, Aberdare,
CF44 8ER|
|**INDEPENDENT**
**EXAMINER**|Ian Davies|Robertstown House, Aberdare Business Park, Aberdare,
CF448ER|
## **Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)**
**Section B Structure, governance and management**
## **Description of the charity’s trusts**
Type of governing document (e.g. trust deed, constitution)
How the charity is constituted
DECLARATION OF TRUST
TRUST
(e.g. trust, association, company)
BY APPLICATION AND/ OR RECOMMENDATION BY OTHER TRUSTEES, INTERVIEW Trustee selection methods AND IF SUCCESSFUL BY MAJORITY VOTE WITH THE CHAIRMAN HAVING THE (e.g. appointed by, elected by) FINAL AND DECISIVE VOTE.
## **Additional governance issues (Optional information)**
|You**may choose**to include|Individuals aspiring to become trustees are briefed on the|
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|additional information, where|responsibilities entailed and are expected to demonstrate a commitment|
|relevant, about:|to attending as many trustee meetings as possible, including the annual|
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policies and procedures|general meeting. All trustees are encouraged to contribute their ideas|
|adopted for the induction|and efforts towards promoting the Temple and advancing the teachings|
|and training of trustees;|and way of life, not only for the monks but also for the broader Thai|
||community.|
- the charity’s organisational structure and any wider We have fostered deeper connections within both the local and wider network with which the communities, extending beyond Swansea to different part of the United charity works; Kingdom. The presence of the temple has provided many Thai families with opportunities for prayer and blessings, whether in their homes,
- • relationship with any related workplaces, or local community venues. parties; Our primary affiliated institution is the Wat Buddhapadipa Temple in
- • trustees’ consideration of London, and we also maintain connections with other Thai temples in major risks and the system England and Scotland while upholding our distinct individuality. and procedures to manage them.
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## **Section C**
## **Objectives and activities**
|**Summary of the objects of the**
**charity set out in its**
**governing document**
**Summary of the main activities**
**undertaken for the public**
**benefit in relation to these**
**objects (include within this**
**section the statutory**
**declaration that trustees have**
**had regard to the guidance**
**issued by the Charity**
**Commission on public benefit)**
You**may choose**to include
further statements, where
relevant, about:
•policy on grantmaking;
•policy programme related
investment;
contribution made by volunteers.|1. To advance the Buddhist religion in the Welsh Valleys, South,
Mid, West Wales and elsewhere when required or requested.
2. To advance the education of the public in the beliefs and
traditions of the Buddhist religion and in the subject of Thai
culture.|
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||In accordance with our trust deed, we have visited numerous individual
homes and local community centres within the vicinity of Thai community
members who, for various reasons, are unable to visit the temple. Our
presence in these community centres has attracted a significant turnout
from the local Thai community, allowing them to invite family members,
extended relatives, friends, and other members of the local community
to witness and partake in Thai customs, cuisine, prayers, and blessings.
Although the Temple follows the Buddhist faith, this does not preclude
anyone who is curious to learn more about the Buddhist way of life.
At times, individuals come to the temple seeking teachings on
meditation, with some opting to stay for a day, a few days, or even a
week to immerse themselves in our way of life. Many simply come to
connect with others and share their personal experiences, whether
positive, negative, or neutral.
Regardless of one's background or beliefs, all are welcome to attend
our Temple or meetings, as individuals are free to follow their own
spiritual paths and do not need to be Buddhist or Thai to participate.|
||Our Temple relies solely on voluntary donations and contributions for
income. We do not engage in commercial practices for generating
revenue, as this would not only contravene our Trust Deed but also go
against our way of life.
The Thai Buddhist calendar features several significant festivals
throughout the year. During each festival, individuals generously donate
their time and skills, whether it's through cooking, assisting with setting
up outdoor events, or providing general support to ensure the smooth
running of the festival.
No remuneration is provided for these services, except for professional
services such as those offered by solicitors; even then, they typically
offer reduced fees through assistance in minimizing expenses.
We do not engage in investment activities. However, we maintain two
accounts: our general Com
munity Account and a Savings Account where any surplus funds are
allocated maintenance of the temple and promo|
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## Section D
## Achievements and erformance p
**Summary of the main** We have become increasingly integrated with the local community. **achievements of the charity** Plans are underway for visits to local schools and other community **during the year** groups. These activities aim to bring together people from diverse backgrounds in local community halls, extending a general invitation for everyone to attend, ask questions, and sample food from various cultures.
We have accepted numerous invitations to attend different areas and venues from those unable to visit us.
We have organised trips to the Temple in London and facilitated visits to different temple around the UK. These trips allow attendees to enjoy the ambiance and partake in celebrations of various festivals in the Thai calendar. Funds raised during these festivals are shared between the temples, serving as another means of fundraising.
It's important to note that this fundraising approach is not commercial; rather, people donate funds to support their local Temple and others in the community.
We are increasingly being asked to perform blessings and are invited to homes, businesses, and community centres for prayer, blessings, and meditation.
**Section E**
**Section E Financial review** The results of the charity are shown in the Statement of Receipts and **Brief statement of the** Payments on page 8. The net incoming/(outgoing) resources **charity’s policy on reserves** of unrestricted funds, which are the operational reserves of the charity, were £30,952 (2022: £6,458). There was no net incoming/(outgoing) resources of restricted funds (2022: £0). **Details of any funds materially in deficit Further financial review details (Optional information)**
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You **may choose** to include additional information, where relevant about:
- the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);
- how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;
- investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.
## **Section F**
## **Other optional information**
## **Section G Declaration**
**The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.**
**Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees**
**Signature(s) C MORGAN Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, SECRETARY etc) Date 10/02/2024**
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## **The Sanghapadipa Temple Independent Examiners Report to the Trustees of the Charity**
## **Report of the Independent Examiner to the trustees**
## **on the accounts of the Charity for the year ended 30 April 2023**
I report on the financial statements of the Charity for the year ended 30 April 2023 which have been prepared on a Receipts and Payments basis. A Receipts and Payments basis does not account for debtors, creditors, accruals and prepayments, but such a presentation is permitted by law for smaller charities.
## **Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner**
The Charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees are satisfied that the audit requirements of Section 144(1) of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) do not apply, and that there is no requirement in the governing document or constitution of the Charity for the conducting of an audit. As a consequence, the trustees have elected that the accounts be subjected to independent examination.
Having satisfied myself that the Charity is not subject to audit, and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:
- a) Examine the accounts under section 145 of the Act.
- b) To follow procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5) of the Act.
- c) To state whether particular matters have come to my attention
## **Basis of opinion and scope of work undertaken**
I conducted my examination in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners for England & Wales in relation to the conducting of an independent examination, referred to above. An independent examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and information supplied by the trustees in the course of the examination is not subjected to audit tests and enquiries, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts, and in particular, I express no opinion as to whether the accounts give true and fair view of the affairs of the clarity, and my report is limited to the matters set out in the statement below.
I planned and performed my examination so as to satisfy myself that the objectives of the independent examination are achieved and before finalising the report, I obtained written assurances from the trustees of all material matters.
## **Independent Examiner’s Statement, Report and Opinions**
Subject to the limitations upon the scope of my work as detailed above in connection with my examination. I can confirm that this is a report in respect of an examination carried out under section 145 of the Act and in accordance with any directions given by the Commission under subsection (5)b of that section which are applicable and that no matter has come to my attention in connection with my examination which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements.
- i. To keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Act.
- ii. To prepare accounts which accord with the accounting requirements of the Act.
have not been met.
Ian Davies (ATT, ICB) I D Accounting Services Robertstown House Aberdare Business Park Aberdare CF44 8ER
The date upon which my opinion is expressed is: 10 February 2024
## **The Sanghapadipa Temple**
## **Statement of Receipts and Payments for the year from 01 May 2022 to 30 April 2023**
|**Receipts and Payments**
**Revenue Receipts**
Donation receipts
Grant Received for acquisition of fixed assets
Interest Income
Rents from Land & Buildings
Gross receipts from other charitable activities
**Total Revenue Receipts**
**Receipts from Asset & Investment Sales**
**Total Capital Receipts**
**Total Capital Receipts**
**Total Receipts from all sources**
Payments relating directly to charitable activities
Grants and donations
Audit / independent examination
Preparation of annual accounts
Legal costs relating to governance
**Total Revenue Payments**
**Total Payments**
**Net Receipts**
**Net Surplus**|**Unstricted**
**Restricted**
**Total**
**Prior Year**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**Total Funds**
**2023**
**2023**
**2023**
**2022**
£
£
£
£
80903
0
80903
25490
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
**80903**
**0**
**80903**
**25490**
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**80903**
**0**
**80903**
**25490**
49150
0
49150
19032
0
0
0
0
800
0
800
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
**49950**
**0**
**49950**
**19032**
**49950**
**0**
**49950**
**19032**
30952
0
30952
6458
**30952**
**0**
**30952**
**6458**|
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## **The Sanghapadipa Temple Statement of Assets and Liabilities for the year from 01 May 2022 to 30 April 2023**
|**Receipts and Payments**
**Cash Funds**
Cash and Bank balances at the start of the year
Surplus and Receipts and Payments Account
Cash and Bank balances at the end of the year|**Unstricted**
**Restricted**
**Total**
**Prior Year**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**Total Funds**
**2023**
**2023**
**2023**
**2022**
£
£
£
£
14034
0
14034
7576
25852
0
25852
6458
**39886**
**0**
**39886**
**14034**|
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______________________________________________ C Morgan Secretary Approved by the board of trustee on 10/02/2024
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**The Sanghapadipa Temple Notes to the Accounts for the year from 01 May 2022 to 30 April 2023**
## 1 **The nature and purpose of each fund**
The charity has one unstricted fund, and no restricted funds
## 2 **Descriptions and details of grants made**
|**Type of activitiy or projected support**
**Grant made to**
**individual or**
**institution**
**No. Grants Made**
Buddhapadipa Temple
Institution
0
Sundry donations
Institution
2|**Amount**
0
1500
**1500**|
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- 3 **Statement that no remuneration was paid to a trustee or any persons connected with them**
No remuneration was paid to any trustee or any person connected with a trustee.
## 4 **Related party transaction**
There is no related party transaction for this year.
## 5 **Going Concern**
The charity is a going concern.
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## **The Sanghapadipa Temple Analysis of Receipts and Payments for the year from 01 May 2022 to 30 April 2023**
|**Receipts and Payments**
**Receipts**
Donation Received
Total Donation Received
Interest Income
**Payments**
**Payments relating directly to charitable activities**
**Capital Direct Costs**
New Building
**Support costs of charitable activities**
**Direct support costs**
Marketing and services
**Management and administration costs**
**in support of charitable activities**
**Staff costs in support of charitable activities**
Training and welfare
**Indirect employee costs**
Travel and subsistence
Motor expenses
Entertaining
**Premises costs**
Rates, water and service charges
Insurance
Light and heat
Cleaning
Premises Repairs and Renewal
**General Administration expenses**
Telephone and Fax
Postage, stationery and printing
Advertising
Other expenses
Independent examination
**Finance costs**
Bank charge
Total Support Costs|**Unstricted**
**Restricted**
**Total**
**Prior Year**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**Total Funds**
**2023**
**2023**
**2023**
**2022**
£
£
£
£
80903
0
80903
25490
**80903**
**0**
**80903**
**25490**
0
0
0
0
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
0
0
0
0
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
8141
0
8141
620
0
0
0
299
0
0
0
0
**8141**
**0**
**8141**
**919**
3299
0
3299
4384
1772
0
1772
0
11890
0
11890
6058
1565
0
1565
1367
7681
0
7681
3964
**26207**
**0**
**26207**
**15773**
681
0
681
616
2745
0
2745
3
9699
0
9699
1378
1600
0
1600
343
800
0
0
0
**15525**
**0**
**14725**
**2340**
77
0
0
0
**77**
**0**
**0**
**0**
.
.
**49950**
**0**
**49073**
**19032**|
|---|---|
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## **The Sanghapadipa Temple Analysis of Receipts and Payments for the year from 01 May 2022 to 30 April 2023**
|**Receipts and Payments**|**Unstricted**|**Restricted**|**Total**|**Prior Year**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
||**Funds**|**Funds**|**Funds**|**Total Funds**|
||**2023**|**2023**|**2023**|**2022**|
|**Grantmaking to archieve the objects of the charity**|£|£|£|£|
|**Grant paid including Gift Aid Payments**|||||
|Grants paid as shown in the detailed schedule|0|0|0|0|
|**Governance costs that are not direct management functions inherent in generating funds, service**|**Governance costs that are not direct management functions inherent in generating funds, service**|**Governance costs that are not direct management functions inherent in generating funds, service**|**Governance costs that are not direct management functions inherent in generating funds, service**|**delivery and**|
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|**programme or project work.**|||||
|Legal fees relating to planning applcation|0|0|0|0|
|Accountancy fees in preparing annual accounts|0|0|0|0|
|Independent Examiner's fees|0|0|0|0|
|Total Governance costs|**0**|**0**|**0**|**0**|
|**Grants to instutition**|||||
|Buddhapadipa Temple|0|0|0|0|
|Others|0|0|0|0|
|Total institutional Grants|**0**|**0**|**0**|**0**|
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|Total of all grants paid|**0**|**0**|**0**|**0**|
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