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Arts Charities That specialise in Literature

Discover 1,562 Arts charities that specialise in literature. Use the search below to filter within these results.

1,562
Charities
£6,747,187,095
Total Income
£677,701
Avg Income
100.0%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield

Arts, Environment, Heritage

The Sorby Natural History Society is the Natural History society for the Sheffield City region, providing education, research and publications, including biological and geological recording of wildlife, habitats, rocks and landscapes. Operates mostly in Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and the Peak District.

Latest Income: £8,363
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Tim Burke Memorial Fund

Arts, Charitable activities, Religion

Grants to ordinands and candidates for ministry for one-off expenses such as travel/placements and books/equipment - not for general living expenses incurred during training. Applications in writing only, not via email - requests will be sent an application form.

Latest Income: £8,325
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Duke Of Wellington's Regiment Regimental And Journal Fund

Armed forces, Arts

To promote the efficiency of the regiment and maintain its traditions and Esprit de Corps, in particular, but not exclusively, by publishing a journal of the regiment or it's battalions.

Latest Income: £8,310
Areas of Operation: Calderdale
Status: Registered
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Hindu Religion Study Group, Leicester

Arts, Health, Religion

We study our scriptures and literature for understanding and comprehension. We promote respect, compassion and affections for mankind, animals and environment. We respect all communities for harmonious living. We have a discussion group and vegetarian club and encourage talks and discussions on religious, cultural and healthy living styles.

Latest Income: £8,298
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Foxham Reading Room And Library

Arts

Provide Living accomodation for the caretaker of the Foxham Reading Room.

Latest Income: £8,291
Areas of Operation: Wiltshire
Status: Registered
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Anglican Pacifist Fellowship

Arts, Charitable activities

Study and application of the Christian Gospel in its relation to war, by holding conferences and engaging with the Anglican Communion and others by peaceful means. Publish a journal and other literature promoting peacemaking. Re-design our website and The Anglican Peacemaker,to set up a Facebook page, a blog and have an advertising campaign.

Latest Income: £8,264
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Norfolk Archaeological And Historical Research Group

Arts, Heritage

2 newsletters a year.1 research journal a year. 7 monthly lecture meetings. Archaeological fieldwork and excavation when feasible. Visits and trips to relevant sites..

Latest Income: £8,199
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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Bampton Exhibition Foundation

Arts, Charitable activities

Responsibility for the running of a listed building used partly as a public library and as the village historial archive and to provide grants for the education of those under the age of 25years in need of assistance.

Latest Income: £8,161
Areas of Operation: Oxfordshire
Status: Registered
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Tarvin Educational Foundation

Arts, Education

The Tarvin Educational Foundation is the charity set up to manage the endowment of the old Tarvin Grammar School. The purpose of the charity is to assist the educational needs of students of secondary school age and older who live in the ancient parish of Tarvin. This assistance may take the form of financial assistance for tuition fees, maintenance, books, musical instruments, and travel on appro

Latest Income: £8,141
Areas of Operation: Cheshire West & Chester
Status: Registered
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Shotley Bridge Village Community Trust

Arts, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development

Discussing the development, heritage, environment & amenities of the village.Representation to public bodies about the above.Initiating projects e.g. village clean-ups, installing heritage plaques, publications. Entering village for Britain in Bloom awards and carrying out related activities. With others, organising and publicising events. Fundraising.Confined to Shotley Bridge.

Latest Income: £8,121
Areas of Operation: Durham
Status: Registered
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Crookham Village Hall

Arts, Facilities, Heritage, Social welfare

Use of Crookham Village Hall to provide social events for the inhabitants of Crookham and surrounding areas. These include village evenings, evening meals, coffee mornings and lunches, and use of the Hall as a venue for society meetings, including an Art Club, Book Club, Gardeners' Club, Knit & Natter, and local history and archaeology (TillVAS). The hall is available for private hire.

Latest Income: £8,064
Areas of Operation: Northumberland
Status: Registered
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Wensleydale Tournament Of Song Association

Arts

To encourage the study, performance and appreciation of good music and literature by holding annual competitions

Latest Income: £8,037
Areas of Operation: North Yorkshire
Status: Registered
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World Congress Of Faiths

Arts, Society

Publishes a biannual Journal, Interreligious Insight, and occasional books. Runs lectures, conferences, retreats etc. Works with other interfaith organisations. A personal membership educational charity established 1936.

Latest Income: £7,975
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Worcestershire Historical Society

Arts, Charitable activities, Heritage

The advancement of education of the public with regard to the historic diocese and county of Worcester, and in particular to publish and disseminate original material relating thereto. Activities include the publishing and distribution of historic texts, lectures, book launchs and the maintenance of a web site.

Latest Income: £7,949
Areas of Operation: Worcestershire
Status: Registered
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Upottery Primary School Parent, Teacher And Friends Association

Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Leisure

WE FUNDRAISE TO PROVIDE SPORTS & PLAY EQUIPMENT FOR THE SCHOOL & MAINTAIN THE SWIMMING POOL. WE BUY GIFTS FOR THE YEAR 6 LEAVERS & ARE CURRENTLY FUNDRAISING TOWARDS THE REFURBISHMENT OF OUR SCHOOL LIBRARY. WE PAY FOR ALL TRANSPORT FOR SCHOOL TRIPS. WE RECENTLY FUNDED AN OUTDOOR LEARNING SHELTER. WE HAVE ALSO PURCHASED TABLETS, LAPTOPS & LAPTOP CHARGING TROLLEY FOR THE SCHOOL.

Latest Income: £7,903
Areas of Operation: Devon
Status: Registered
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Guru Nanak Foundation Great Britain

Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Social welfare

Religious activities at different venues. Punjabi classes and music classes. Produce and distribute free literature to spread the message of Guru Nanak to the whole mankind. Make donations to help poor schools and poor children to study in India.

Latest Income: £7,874
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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St Loe's, Seys And Bridges Foundation

Arts, Education, Social welfare

Providing books for the benefit of pupils in Woodchester and AmberleyAwarding Exhibitions to beneficiaries attending colleges, universities etcProviding financial assistance, clothes, tools etc to beneficiaries leaving schools etcProviding Financial assistance for extra curricula activities such as music

Latest Income: £7,799
Areas of Operation: Gloucestershire
Status: Registered
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Friends Of The Harris

Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, Heritage

The Friends of the Harris exists to support the work of the Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library through fundraising. In recent years we have funded a range of projects, including purchases, conservation, exhibitions, community-focussed work and a capital development.

Latest Income: £7,784
Areas of Operation: Lancashire
Status: Registered
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The Friends Of St Peter's Addingham

Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Religion

Funds for church projects are raised by volunteers providing refreshments in the church hall - usually on Sunday afternoons during the summer. Second hand books and bric/brac are also sold.

Latest Income: £7,776
Areas of Operation: Bradford City
Status: Registered
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Westfield Parents And Friends Association

Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education

Throughout the year activities have included; book fairs; christmas cards; shopping evening; christmas fair; coffee afternoons; summer fair; pint pot jamboree; chocolate bouquet raffle; school discos and bingo night. All these fund raising activities directly benefits the children in school.

Latest Income: £7,712
Areas of Operation: Derbyshire
Status: Registered
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Ideford Village Hall

Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Facilities, Leisure

Our hall is a converted school. It consists of hall, committee room, well equipped kitchen & toilets. It offers a focal point for the village to meet for social and fund raising events, such as Pilates, short mat bowls, Band practice, Messy Church children's activities and other events. Both residents and non residents can book the hall, For bookings up to 70 people. Hire rates very reasonable.

Latest Income: £7,702
Areas of Operation: Devon
Status: Registered
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The Dick Harrison Trust

Arts, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, Environment

Gives charitable grants to students who are undertaking further education in rural land management and livestock auctioneering. Grants may be given in the form of money or books and equipment

Latest Income: £7,641
Areas of Operation: Scotland
Status: Registered
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Oxfordshire Local History Association

Arts, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Heritage

Fosters and promotes the study and publication of local history in Oxfordshire. Publishes a regular news bulletin and an occasional journal and organises two study days a year. Acts as an umbrella organisation for parish and other local history groups. Makes occasional small grants to individuals and organisations to facilitate the study of Oxfordshire local history.

Latest Income: £7,580
Areas of Operation: Oxfordshire
Status: Registered
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Clwyd Welsh Pony And Cob Association

Animals, Arts, Charity and VCS support

To promote the breeding and improvement of Welsh Ponies and Cobs for the public benefit and for the benefit of the breed. To promote all sections of the Welsh Stud Book as described in the rules of the Welsh Pony & Cob Society. To organise shows and to award rosettes, prizes and cups. To organise social and fund raising events. To give guidance and advice on the breeding and showing of ponies.

Latest Income: £7,578
Areas of Operation: Wales
Status: Registered
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Cymdeithas Hanes Teuluoedd Powys/powys Family History Society

Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Heritage

To promote, for the benefit and education of the public, the study of genealogy, family history and local history, with particular reference to the County of Powys; and to promote the preservation, security and accessability of library and archival materials.

Latest Income: £7,564
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many literature arts charities are there in the UK?

There are 1,562 registered literature arts charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

Which is the largest of the literature arts charities by income?

Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.

What is the combined annual income of literature arts charities?

Literature arts charities reported a combined annual income of £6.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.

What is a typical program ratio for literature arts charities?

Across all literature arts charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.

What is the average annual income of literature arts charities?

Literature arts charities have an average annual income of £678k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.