Adult Literacy Trust

Also known as: Alt

We seek to provide adults with one-to-one support to build skills and confidence in reading, as a complement to teaching in formal settings, to help break the cycle of exclusion and poor literacy.

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Activities & Mission

We seek to provide adults with one-to-one support to build skills and confidence in reading, as a complement to teaching in formal settings, to help break the cycle of exclusion and poor literacy.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Region

London

Financial Information

Latest Income

£359,731

Latest Expenditure

£220,219

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 61.2%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 61.2%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£359,731	£220,219	0 / 136
2024	£152,304	£129,443	0 / 122
2023	£148,231	£94,213	0 / 75
2022	£50,763	£36,606	0 / 15
2021	£7,195	£3,954	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Adult Literacy Trust

What does Adult Literacy Trust do?

We seek to provide adults with one-to-one support to build skills and confidence in reading, as a complement to teaching in formal settings, to help break the cycle of exclusion and poor literacy.

How much income did Adult Literacy Trust report in 2025?

Adult Literacy Trust reported total income of £360k and reported expenditure of £220k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Adult Literacy Trust registered as a charity?

Adult Literacy Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 January 2021 as charity number 1193300. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs Adult Literacy Trust?

Adult Literacy Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT ALAN GLICK. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Adult Literacy Trust operate?

Adult Literacy Trust operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Adult Literacy Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Adult Literacy Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1193300.