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Build Devon & Cornwall’s First Hindu Temple
A permanent spiritual and cultural home in Exeter
Hindu families across Devon and Cornwall have worshipped for decades in hired halls and temporary venues. We now have a rare opportunity to change this.Exeter Hindu Cultural Centre (EHCC) is working to secure a permanent Hindu temple and cultural home in Exeter. This will be a place of prayer, learning, culture and service for present and future generations.
Why now?
A suitable freehold building in Exeter has become available. Properties of this type are scarce and highly competitive.
Click here to view on the seller's website
Our fundraising Goal
We are raising £350,000 to cover the property deposit and all legal and transaction costs required to secure the building.
Current position: £150,000 raised + £70,000 Bank Loan (63% of the total)
Remaining: £130,000 (37% of the total)
Deadline: 28 February 2026
This is how you can support
Families and supporters can contribute at any level. Larger gifts accelerate progress, while smaller gifts collectively make a meaningful difference.
Suggested donation levels:
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Mahasevak > £10,000
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Dharma Guardians (£7,500–£10,000)
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Sacred Root Benefactors (£5,000–£7,499)
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Bhakti Circle (£2,500–£4,999)
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Karmic Contributors (£1,000–£2,499)
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Seva Friends (up to £999)
Pledges may be spread over 6 months via standing order. Supporters wishing to discuss larger or structured gifts may contact the trustees in confidence.
For larger donations or interest-free loan support, please contact the trustees directly exeterhcc@gmail.com
Boost Your Donation with Gift Aid
UK taxpayers can increase their donation by 25% through Gift Aid, at no extra cost to them. Higher-rate taxpayers can also claim additional personal tax relief.
Example: If you donate £10,000 as a higher-rate taxpayer, you can reclaim £2,500 through your tax return. This means the donation effectively costs you £7,500, while EHCC receives £12,500 in total.
You can find full details on Gift Aid and tax relief on the HMRC website.
Transparency and Donor Protection:
EHCC operates three ring-fenced funds:
• General Fund – Day-to-day running and community activities
• Charity & Outreach Fund – Homeless outreach, children in need, food support
• Building Fund (Restricted) – Property purchase, deposits and transaction costs
Donor Protection Policy:
If a building purchase does not proceed, donors will be contacted and offered a choice of:
• Full refund
• Redirect to a future EHCC building project
• Reallocate to the General Fund
Donor Recognition:
We will honour and acknowledge the generosity of donors to the Temple Fund in a meaningful and respectful way within the temple, creating a lasting expression of gratitude for those whose support helped bring this vision to life.
A Shared Legacy
By giving, you help establish Devon and Cornwall’s first permanent Hindu temple and cultural home — a place that will serve thousands of families and preserve heritage for generations to come.
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