ABC Book Club
For the benefit of the public to advance the education of children, in particular but not exclusively, by distributing children's books to local schools in need of resources, the installation of reading areas and libraries, and the purchase and assembly of furniture and furnishings in schools
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £14,957 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total unrestricted funds increasing to £44,508. The trustees report that the charity is in a stable financial position and has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year the charity has received £120,747 (2024: £90,018) in donation income and has incurred operational costs of £112,752 (2024: £78,663) resulting in a net surplus of £14,957 (2024: £11,922).” — page 5
“The policy of the Charity is to keep reserves to a minimum and to ensure that all donations are used for the furtherment of the objectives of the charity.” — page 5
Trustees
- David Carl Spraggchair
- Adam Jones
- Amanda Willard
- Deborah Dumville
- Eike Schick
- James De-Machen
- Jonathan Sims
- Lily Hall
- Ryan Mullings
- Tess Dowd
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £91k | £79k |
| 31/03/2024 | £91k | £79k |
| 31/03/2023 | £66k | £73k |
| 31/03/2022 | £20k | £5k |
| 31/03/2021 | £5k | £120 |
Common questions
Is ABC Book Club financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £14,957 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total unrestricted funds increasing to £44,508. The trustees report that the charity is in a stable financial position and has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.