BLACK MOUNTAIN ZEN CENTRE
(Private company limited by guarantee without share capital)
TRUSTEES, REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Reference and administrative details of the charity
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
The charity is controlled by its governing document, a Memorandum and Articles of Association,
and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006.
The company was incorporated on 30 August 2016 and registered with the Charity Commission
for Northern Ireland on 5 June 2017.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Registered Company number
N1640489
Registered Charity number
NIC106141
Registered office
165 Donegall Pass
Belfast
Northern Ireland
BT7 IDT
CHAIRPERSON
Paul Mccrory
TRUSTEES
Paul Haller
Michael O'Keefe
Paul Mccrory
Frank Liddy
Richard Hall
Jean Gallagher
Jonathan Nixon
Steve Williamson
Clare McFadden
Paul Tohill
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER
Tony Clarke
53 Andersontown Road
Belfast
BTII 9AG

BLACK MOUNTAIN ZEN CENTRE
(Private company limited by guarantee without share capital)
TRUSTEES, REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Reference and administrative details of the charity
The Trustees present their annual report together with the financial statements of the company
for the 01 April 2023 to 31 March 2024.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out
in note I to the financial statements and comply with the company's governing document, the
Companies Act 2006 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended
Practices applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial
Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)" (as amended for
accounting periods commencing from l January 2019)
Structure, Governance and Trustees
Black Mountain Zen Centre which is registered as a charity with the Charity Commission for
Northern Ireland, was incorporated as a company limited by guarantee in Northern Ireland,
registration number N1640489.
The Personnel
The current board of directors for Black Mountain Zen Centre has changed from the previous
trustees, report.
The board of directors consists of directors from the previous year which are: Paul Haller, Jean
Gallagher, Paul Tohill, Mary Price, Jonathan Nixon, Michael O'Keefe, Frank Liddy, Steve
Williamson, Richard Hall and Paul Mccrory.
Margaret Mulholland and Adam Murray have resigned from the board.
Mary Price has assumed a new role as chairperson of the board, Paul Mccrory has continued in
his role as treasurer.
The board would like to extend our deep thanks to Margaret Mulholland for her participation
and work on the board over the Dast several vears.
Chairs, Statement:
The 2023/24 period was one of 'settling in, to our new premises at 165 Donegall Pass, Belfast
which facilitated expanding the range of practice opportunities open to both our local and
online sangha.
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I wish to express my sincere thanks to our Resident Teacher,
Reverend Myogan Djinn Gallagher for transforming our physical rental space into a welcoming
Zendo for those who join us for in-person zazen. Additionally, I would like to thank Djinn for
facilitating a wide range of additional practice opportunities for our in-person and online
Sangha.
In-person Zazen was offered each Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday morning, and was also
available online, via Zoom, and every morning each week. In addition, our well-attended bi-
annual five-day residential sesshins, led by our Guiding Teacher, Paul Haller, were
accommodated in Tobar Mhuire Retreat and Conference Centre, Crossgar and Ards Friary,
Creeslough and, for the first time, a 3-day Rohatsu Sesshin, led by our Resident Priest, Myogan
Djinn Gallagher, was held at Tobar Muire. Crossgar in December 2023.

BLACK MOUNTAIN ZEN CENTRE
(Private company limited by guarantee without share capital)
TRUSTEES, REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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Chairs, Statement (continued)
In-person Zazen was offered each Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday morning, and was also
available online, via Zoom, and every morning each week. In addition, our well-attended bi-
annual five-day residential sesshins, led by our Guiding Teacher, Paul Haller, were
accommodated in Tobar Mhuire Retreat and Conference Centre, Crossgar and Ards Friary,
Creeslough and, for the first time, a 3-day Rohatsu Sesshin, led by our Resident Priest, Myogan
Djinn Gallagher, was held at Tobar Muire, Crossgar in December 2023.
Also introduced were Monthly half-day sittings, Weekly well-being ceremonies, and Sunday
morning Yoga classes for sitters. Each Saturday, after morning Zazen, there was an opportunity
to participate in a Book Study Group. Earlier in the year the group studied 'Everyday Zen, by
Charlotte Joko Beck. Participants are currently studying 'Seeing One Thing Through, by Mel
Weitsman.
In July 2023, a small group of Sangha members traveled to Tassajara Zen Mountain Center in
California to participate in a three-week Intensive Retreat. In June, Djinn hosted an in-person
and online Beginners Class for four weeks, and in November. we offered a series of online
classes hosted by our Guiding Teacher, Paul Haller. In conjunction with the Donegall Pass
Community Forum, Sangha member5 now can contribute to their food bank and participate in
their gardening projects.
Throughout the year our Resident Priest, Djinn Gallagher, was invited to participate in several
outreach events, for example:
Murder or Mercy, November 23, 2023.
Perspectives on Suffering and Healing (Buddhism. Islam, Hinduism), January 26, 2024
Zen and Art project at Queen's organised by Chinese PhD students, March 2024
Two half-day seminars as part of Queen's medical student's Wholeness in Healing
Finally, throughout the year Djinn hosted a variety of different groups who are interested in
meditation and the cultural significance of Buddhism, including
a women's group sponsored by Bryson Charitable Group
a seniors group of Presbyterians in Glengormley
and a group of young Irish Baptist College students.
Our Journey:
BMZC is pleased to continue to offer both online and in-person sittings as well as workshops
and classes. It must be noted, however, that this would not be possible without the efforts of
Djinn Gallagher, our Resident Teacher, who has put in much time and effort to facilitate the
online and in-person community with whom we now practice daily. BMZC continues to offer
group sittings, workshops and retreats on a dana basis and we would like to take this
opportunity to also thank our sangha for their donations towards the centre and its teachers.
Guiding Teacher
Ryushin Paul Haller Roshi has continued to serve as our Guiding Teacher, and he has the deep
appreciation of the board for fulfilling this vital role. Paul has been the guiding light for us and
for Zen practice as a whole in N. Ireland since he first brought Zen to his home place in the year
2000.

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Guiding Teacher continued...
His vision for what would ultimately become possible, his tireless devotion to visiting twice
every year, leading sesshins, workshops. and sittings and giving dharma talks, and his calm
guidance and raised eyebrow are all ultimately responsible for ensuring we have all come such a
long way since those early days.
Paul led both our sesshins the past year in Tobar Mhuire Retreat and Conference Centre,
Crossgar and Ards Friary, Creeslough. We would like to once again extend our thanks for his
teachings in addition to the various online classes and workshops that Paul has offered to his
students and fellow sangha member5 at Black Mountain Zen Centre.
Centre Management:
Our Resident Teacher Rev. Djinn Myogan Gallagher has kindly continued her offer of residency
at BMZC as Resident Teacher. For this offer of steady, regular presence, offerings of guidance,
dharma talks, work on the collaboration with Cara-Friend and for being the first friendly face
most newcomers to BMZC will see, we truly cannot offer thanks for enough. It could be too
quickly missed that Djinn has also supported BMZC in a myriad of background roles, including
much day-to-day administration. Volunteering has always played a crucial role at BMZC, and the
board wishes to thank all the sangha members who have made offerings of volunteerism.
Djinn continues to lead BMZC in the online world and in-person at our new premises- offering a
place each day for our community to practice. She has continued to welcome new members
into our sangha, offering guidance and training for those who wish to learn more about
traditional Zen ceremonies.
Website, Social Media and Online Giving
The Board wishes to express our deep thanks for all those involved with the maintenance and
work on the BMZC website.
In addition, the board would also like to thank Justin Mccartney for his continued and ongoing
support regarding the online presence of BMZC.
BMZC continues to offer teachings to our sangha through platforms such as Zoom, Soundcloud
and Vimeo.
Charity Commission for N. Ireland
BMZC continues to be registered and compliant with the Charity Commission for Northern
Ireland. Our Charity number is 106141, Company number N1640489.
Finance. Gift Aid and Fundraising
The board wishes to express our gratitude to our accountants, namely Tony Clarke and Colleen
Doherty, for their assistance during the past year.
All accounts and confirmation statements are filed with Companies House, tax returns
submitted to Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs, and Rates Exemptions secured from Land &
Property Services.

BLACK MOUNTAIN ZEN CENTRE
(Private company limited by guarantee without share capital)
TRUSTEES, REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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The Annual Accounts have been prepared by our accountants based on bank statements and
spreadsheets from the Treasurer, and are available separately from this document.
The Board would like to offer thanks to Steve Williamson once more who has assisted with
securing additional funding for BMZC in the form of grants which have helped the centre
continue operations and plan ahead for the future.
BMZC also expresses deep gratitude to our sangha for their generosity and support in the form
of time and donations- to our sangha both home and afar, our deepest bows.
BMZC is a charity organization which relies on the concept of dana to provide offerings, classes
and teachings. These donations enable BMZC to build a reserve of funds to fall back on in
addition to allowing BMZC to plan and grow in the years forthcoming.
Lastly, the board would like to express our ongoing thanks to all our members who submit
application forms, set up their standing orders or agreed cash donations, and who continue to
contribute to the centre. Thank you.
Going Concern
After making appropriate enquiries, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the
company has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable
future. For this reason they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial
statements. Further details regarding the adoption of the going concern basis can be found in
the Accounting Policies.
Financial Review
The results for the year ended 31 March 2024 are set out on pages 9 and 10 of the financial
statements.
The total income for the year ended 31 March 2024 amounted to £51,823 {2023: £85,330) The
total expenditure was £64,215 (2023: £37,108)
The Trustees consider that the unrestricted funds of the charity is suff icient and adequate to
fulfil their obligations. The charity held £70,925 in reserves at the year end12023: £83,317).
Reserves Policy
The income of the Company is considered adequate and the risks associated with any significant
reduction in income is regarded as unlikely. The Trustees are satisfied with the current level of
reserves at the present time. The Trustees are reviewing the Reserves Policy in the current year.

BLACK MOUNTAIN ZEN CENTRE
{Private company limited by guarantee without share capital)
TRUSTEES, REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
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Trustees, responsibilities statement
The Trustees (who are also directors of Black Mountain Zen Centre for the purposes of
company law) are responsible for preparing the Trustees, report and the financial statements
in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standard (United Kingdom
Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year.
Under company law the Trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are
satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company
and of the income resources and application of resources, including the income and
expenditue of the charitable company for that period. In preparing these financial
statements, the Trustees are required to:
select Suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently
observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP;
make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is
inappropriate to presume that the charitable company will continue in operation.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to
show and explain the charitable company's transaction and disclose with reasonable accuracy
at any time the financial position of the charitable company and the enable them to ensure
that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2019. They are also responsible
for safeguarding the assets of the charitable company and hence for taking reasonable steps
for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
This report was approved by the Trustees, on ............................... and signed on behalf by:
Paul Mccrory
Trustee