861091973RR0001 — 0060
Registered — Trois-rivieres, QC — Charitable Organization
Scores: Legitimacy 88/100 · Effectiveness 91/100
Financials: Revenue $95,326 · Expenditures $71,070
Centre Bouddhiste Shamata is a Buddhist cultural center in Trois-Rivieres, Quebec, that has grown steadily over 22 years while directing 94.5% of its spending to programs. With one of its directors serving on 22 charity boards and revenue showing the hallmarks of a duplicate filing year, this small but focused meditation center maintains lean operations with just 9.8% compensation costs.
Our Verdict: A well-run Buddhist center with strong program focus and efficient operations. Donors supporting contemplative practice in the Trois-Rivieres area will find a financially responsible organization that channels the vast majority of its resources to its cultural and spiritual mission.