Charity
Mangala Vihara (Buddhist Temple)
About
What does Mangala Vihara (Buddhist Temple) do?
Mangala Vihara (Buddhist Temple) is a charitable organization dedicated to promoting Theravada Buddhism and providing structured Buddhist education in Singapore. Their mission is to spread the teachings of Buddhism, fostering spiritual growth and understanding among laypeople.
Founded
1991
People
boon sai choo, lee hong keng, lee choon kim, tan weng cheong, lee annie
Causes
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- Donations are tax-deductible
- Registered Charity
- Established since 1991
- Published yearly Annual Reports
- Audited Financial Statements
Society Impact
- Promotion of mental well-being and stress relief through Buddhist teachings and meditation practices, contributing to a healthier population in Singapore.
- Fostering a sense of community among lay Buddhists by providing a space for gathering, learning, and spiritual growth.
- Preservation and propagation of Theravada Buddhism, an important cultural heritage in Singapore, ensuring its continuity and relevance to future generations.
- Encouragement of moral values such as compassion, kindness, and mindfulness through Buddhist teachings, which can lead to a more harmonious society.
- Contribution to interfaith dialogue and understanding by promoting the principles of peace, tolerance, and respect for all religions in Singapore's diverse religious landscape.
Donation Income
Program Expense Ratio
This is the percentage of the charity's total expenses that are spent on its core programs. A higher percentage suggests that more money is going directly to the cause, rather than being spent on administrative or fundraising expenses.
Financials
Donation Income
What are the donations used for?
- Promotion of mental well-being and stress relief through Buddhist teachings and meditation practices, contributing to a healthier population in Singapore.
- Fostering a sense of community among lay Buddhists by providing a space for gathering, learning, and spiritual growth.
- Preservation and propagation of Theravada Buddhism, an important cultural heritage in Singapore, ensuring its continuity and relevance to future generations.
- Encouragement of moral values such as compassion, kindness, and mindfulness through Buddhist teachings, which can lead to a more harmonious society.
- Contribution to interfaith dialogue and understanding by promoting the principles of peace, tolerance, and respect for all religions in Singapore's diverse religious landscape.
Program Expense Ratio
This is the percentage of the charity's total expenses that are spent on its core programs. A higher percentage suggests that more money is going directly to the cause, rather than being spent on administrative or fundraising expenses.
Financial Information
Source: Charity PortalCharities and IPCs are required to prepare the financial statements in accordance to the Charities (Accounts and Annual Report) Regulations and the Charities (Institutions of A Public Character) Regulations, where applicable. The financial statement is available online for latest 3 financial years.
| Receipts | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations in Cash | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 646,679 | 443,810 | NaN |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 424,075 |
| Total Donations in Cash | 646,679 | 443,810 | NaN |
| Donations in Kind | |||
| Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | NaN |
| Non Tax-Deductible | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Donations in Kind | 0 | 0 | NaN |
| Government Grants | 0 | 0 | 19,487 |
| Investment Income | 6,414 | 0 | 12,464 |
| Programme Fees | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Others Income | 2,487 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Receipts | 655,580 | 443,810 | 456,026 |
| Capital in Nature | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Expenses | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundraising Expenses | |||
| Fundraising Expenses | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | |||
| Local (Direct & Support) | 604,277 | 473,625 | 546,646 |
| Overseas (Direct & Support) | 19,840 | 33,743 | 40,938 |
| Charitable Activities/Programme Expenses | 624,117 | 507,368 | 587,584 |
| Expenses | |||
| Other Expenses | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Expenditure | 624,117 | 507,368 | 587,584 |
| Balance Sheet | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | |||
| Land and Buildings | 2,096,950 | 2,096,950 | 2,096,950 |
| Other Tangible Assets | 40,363 | 74,234 | 205,545 |
| Investments | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Inventories | 33,569 | 0 | 0 |
| Account Receivables | 4,710 | 0 | 4,850 |
| Cash & Deposits | 1,216,763 | 1,167,763 | 1,101,111 |
| Other Assets | 9,455 | 11,773 | 6,171 |
| Total Assets | 3,401,810 | 3,350,720 | 3,414,627 |
| Funds | |||
| Total Unrestricted Funds | 3,337,989 | 3,295,887 | 3,351,145 |
| Total Restricted Funds | 40,218 | 50,857 | 59,157 |
| Endowments Funds | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Funds and Reserves | 3,378,207 | 3,346,744 | 3,410,302 |
| Liabilities | |||
| Total Current Liabilities | 23,603 | 3,976 | 4,325 |
| Total Non-Current Liabilities | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Liabilities | 23,603 | 3,976 | 4,325 |
| Total Funds and Liabilities | 3,401,810 | 3,350,720 | 3,414,627 |
| Other Information | Jan 2022 - Dec 2022(S$) | Jan 2021 - Dec 2021(S$) | Jan 2020 - Dec 2020(S$) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donations, Grants and Sponsorships given to other registred charities | 43,351 | 2,500 | 2,300 |
| No. of Employees | 9 | 12 | 5 |
| Total Employee Cost | 86,550 | 175,680 | 71,720 |
| Fudnraisig Efficiency Ratio | 0 | 19 | 143 |
| Total Related Party Transactions | 0 | 0 | 0 |
People
At Mangala Vihara (Buddhist Temple), individuals engage in activities that promote Theravada Buddhism and provide structured Buddhist education to the community. They strive to spread the teachings of Buddhism, fostering spiritual growth and understanding among laypeople.
boon sai choo
lee hong keng
lee choon kim
tan weng cheong
lee annie
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