LITERATURE WORKS
Registered charity 1132586 · accounts filings on the Charity Commission register · also known as CYPRUS WELL
We are a charity in South West England using words and stories to support creativity and wellbeing. We connect people and communities, we nurture talent and we break down barriers. We champion the power of storytelling, writing and reading in all forms.
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Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted reserves stood at £90,977, which is above the stated minimum policy target of £90,300. The charity reported a slight decrease in total funds from £102,971 to £102,471, with unrestricted funds increasing to cover the drop in restricted funds.
Automated summary of the FY2025 accounts; the evidenced findings below carry the verbatim passages.
What the accounts disclose
Reserves policy: minimum of £90,300 (held: £91k)
“In July 2020, we estimated the full extent of reserves required for the above at a minimum of £90,300.” — page 7
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Accounts independently examined (not a full audit). Discloses 5 of 6 completeness components.
Funders the charity credits
Named as funders/supporters on the charity’s own website (the charity’s claim, distinct from accounts-verified grants).
- Arts Council England — “We are the regional literature development agency for South West England, a registered charity and an Arts Council England National Portfoli…” (source page)
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Trustee list from the Charity Commission register (current, not historical).
Operates in: Throughout England
Income and spending
Common questions
Is LITERATURE WORKS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted reserves stood at £90,977, which is above the stated minimum policy target of £90,300. The charity reported a slight decrease in total funds from £102,971 to £102,471, with unrestricted funds increasing to cover the drop in restricted funds. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds LITERATURE WORKS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name LITERATURE WORKS as a grant recipient include THE KIRBY LAING FOUNDATION, PLYMOUTH CULTURE CIO.
Known funders
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