Is Fwbo (Central) a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Fwbo (Central) as a registered charity (number 1017329) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Fwbo (Central)'s charity number?

Fwbo (Central)'s charity number is 1017329. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1017329?

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Does Fwbo (Central) have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fwbo (Central). This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Fwbo (Central)?

Fwbo (Central)'s website listed in our register data is http://www.adhisthana.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

What was Fwbo (Central) previously called?

The register lists this previous name for Fwbo (Central): Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (Central Office).

When was Fwbo (Central) registered as a charity?

Fwbo (Central) was entered on the register on 12 February 1993.

Registered charity · No. 1017329

Fwbo (Central)

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Fwbo (Central) is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, accommodation/housing, religious activities.

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What are the key facts about Fwbo (Central)?

Reported income · year ending 2026-04-30: £595
Reported spending · year ending 2026-04-30: £1,000
Registered charity number: 1017329
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Coddington
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded
Website: www.adhisthana.org

What does the register show for Fwbo (Central)?

Fwbo (Central) (number 1017329) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Fwbo (Central) do?

The advancement of the Buddhism: (i) to encourage members and others to live in accordance with the Teaching of the Buddha. (ii) to support ordained members of the Western Buddhist Order and other duly ordained Buddhists, at the discretion of the Council of the FWBO. (iii) to maintain close communication with and work in co operation with other groups with the same objects.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-21.

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Fwbo (Central)

Answers Fwbo (Central) gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?

The register does not record Fwbo (Central) as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 12 February 1993
Previous names on the register: Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (Central Office)
Where it says it operates: Throughout England and Wales

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Other Defined Groups.

Reported activities: Makes Grants To Individuals; Provides Human Resources; Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space; Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-21. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is Fwbo (Central) registered for?

Education/trainingAccommodation/housingReligious Activities

Why is there no Clarity Score for Fwbo (Central) yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Fwbo (Central). An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Fwbo (Central)?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fwbo (Central) a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Fwbo (Central) as a registered charity (number 1017329) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Fwbo (Central)'s charity number?: Fwbo (Central)'s charity number is 1017329. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1017329?: Search 1017329 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
What does Fwbo (Central) do?: The advancement of the Buddhism: (i) to encourage members and others to live in accordance with the Teaching of the Buddha. (ii) to support ordained members of the Western Buddhist Order and other duly ordained Buddhists, at the discretion of the Council of the FWBO. (iii) to maintain close communication with and work in co operation with other groups with the same objects.
Does Fwbo (Central) have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fwbo (Central). This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
How can I donate to Fwbo (Central)?: Fwbo (Central)'s website listed in our register data is http://www.adhisthana.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Fwbo (Central)?: The register does not record Fwbo (Central) as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
What was Fwbo (Central) previously called?: The register lists this previous name for Fwbo (Central): Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (Central Office).
When was Fwbo (Central) registered as a charity?: Fwbo (Central) was entered on the register on 12 February 1993.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-21, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.