The New Zealand School of Meditation Incorporated — Education Charity in Auckland
The New Zealand School of Meditation Incorporated is a Trust charity in the Education sector, based in Auckland, Auckland. Annual revenue: $0.4M NZD. Financial data as at March 2025.
Mission: 1. To educate individuals and the community about the numerous physical, mental and spiritual benefits of living a balanced yoga lifestyle. 2. To provide training and guidance in the techniques and practices of yoga stretches, relaxation, mindfulness, and meditation through a range of free programs. 3. To further the material and spiritual wellbeing of individuals and society through the practice of karma yoga (practical actions of selfless service) and bhakti yoga (devotional service). 4. To assist others to live a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. 5. To promote and disseminate the teachings, principles and spiritual values of the ancient yoga texts Srimad Bhagavad-gita, Srimad-Bhagavatam, and related works. 6. To educate the general public through Radio, TV, Scientific monographs, books, textbooks, newspaper and magazine articles, lectures and seminars, personal contact, and all other available means of dissemination, about ones true identity.
- Registration Number
- CC32182
- Charity Type
- Trust
- Registration Date
- 2008-06-30
- Status
- Active
- Sector
- Education
- Location
- Auckland, Auckland
- Website
- https://www.meditationnewzealand.co.nz
- classes@nzsm.org.nz
- Data as at
- March 2025
Financial Summary
- Total Revenue
- $0.4M NZD
- Total Expenses
- $0.1M NZD
- Reserve Months
- 0.0 months of operating expenses
- Volunteers
- 0
- Financial Year End
- 2025-03-31
Financial History
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $0.4M | $0.1M | - |
| 2024 | $0.1M | $0.1M | $0.2M |
| 2023 | $0.1M | $0.1M | $0.2M |
| 2022 | $0.1M | $0.1M | $0.2M |
| 2021 | $0.1M | $0.1M | $0.1M |
| 2020 | $0.1M | $0.0M | $0.1M |
| 2019 | $0.1M | $0.0M | $0.1M |
| 2018 | $0.1M | $0.1M | $0.0M |
| 2017 | $0.0M | $0.0M | $0.0M |
| 2016 | $0.0M | $0.0M | $0.0M |
Board Members and Officers
Current Officers (3)
| Name | Role | Appointed |
|---|---|---|
| Denyse McCracken | Trustee | 2026-01-01 |
| Jacqueline Lyttle | Chair | 2012-04-14 |
| Alison Cowan | Treasurer | 2012-04-14 |
Former Officers (2)
- Fiona Napier — Secretary (departed 2026-01-01)
- Andre Tumahi — Chair (departed 2012-03-01)
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The New Zealand School of Meditation Incorporated
Financial data as at March 2025. Sourced from Charities Services register.
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1. To educate individuals and the community about the numerous physical, mental and spiritual benefits of living a balanced yoga lifestyle. 2. To provide training and guidance in the techniques and practices of yoga stretches, relaxation, mindfulness, and meditation through a range of free programs. 3. To further the material and spiritual wellbeing of individuals and society through the practice of karma yoga (practical actions of selfless service) and bhakti yoga (devotional service). 4. To assist others to live a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. 5. To promote and disseminate the teachings, principles and spiritual values of the ancient yoga texts Srimad Bhagavad-gita, Srimad-Bhagavatam, and related works. 6. To educate the general public through Radio, TV, Scientific monographs, books, textbooks, newspaper and magazine articles, lectures and seminars, personal contact, and all other available means of dissemination, about ones true identity.
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Ranked against 108 peers · Education · $100K – $1M
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