CHILDREN'S BOOK FEST - CHICHESTER CIO
To promote for the public benefit and in particular for children the enjoyment of books and reading.To promote for the public benefit education in books and reading.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity reported a modest surplus of £8,170 for the year, with unrestricted reserves comprising mostly a bank balance. The trustees confirmed that reserves met their policy target of covering three months of overheads and festival costs, and stated there is no uncertainty about continuing as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity’s income during the year was £61,058 (2023: £85,705), almost entirely the result of fundraising from a range of generous organisations and individuals.” — page 9
Trustees
- Sir Mark Philip Featherstone-Witty OBEchair
- ANNA PAGE ASHWORTH
- Amanda Kings
- Elaine Mary Bentley
- Gathorne James Gough
- Jennifer Emily Rogers
- Penelope Jane Mary Tomlinson
- Sahra Ann Claire Ward Gott
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £61k | £53k |
| 31/12/2024 | £86k | £58k |
| 31/12/2023 | £33k | £40k |
| 31/12/2022 | £39k | £29k |
| 31/12/2021 | £34k | £25k |
Common questions
Is CHILDREN'S BOOK FEST - CHICHESTER CIO financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity reported a modest surplus of £8,170 for the year, with unrestricted reserves comprising mostly a bank balance. The trustees confirmed that reserves met their policy target of covering three months of overheads and festival costs, and stated there is no uncertainty about continuing as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.