Arts Charities That specialise in Literature
Discover 1,562 Arts charities that specialise in literature. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Notable charities in this sector
Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
Craft Pottery Charitable Trust
Arts, Charitable activities, EducationThe Trust provides grants and bursaries during the year to individuals involved in the field of ceramics, to assist them with preparing books, conference papers and other projects relevant to the education of the public in craft pottery.
Nixon's Workmen's Institute
Arts, Health, ProfessionsThe object of the charity is the provision of a welfare institute for the benifit of the inhabitants of the surrounding communities (and inparticular, but not exclusively, members of the mining community), with the object of improving health and wellbeing of the said inhabitants
Lincolnshire Naturalists' Union
Arts, Environment, HeritagePromote the thorough investigation of the geology, fauna, flora & physical features of the County: bring together the interest in & study of every branch of natural history; hold & maintain library, records & reference material. Major activities:- Programme of Spring & Summer Field Meetings; Programme of Winter indoor meetings culminating with annual Recorders Meeting; Publication of Transactions.
Charity Of Gilbert Thacker
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Childcare, EducationCharity originally set up to help with costs of "apprenticing of children of the village" (Harborough Magna)"Previously have made one off grants to help individuals within the village/parish with the costs of books/equipment for children/students or those on an apprenticeship. Have also assisted the local village "Early Birds" pre -school nursery with certain projects such as leavers books.
First Church Of Christ Scientist Accrington
Arts, ResearchSunday morning Services and Sunday SchoolWednesday evening Testimony MeetingsMaintenance of Reading Room & literature sales for public & membersAnnual Public Lecture
Tewkesbury Historical Society
Arts, Heritagetwo aims: firstly, to increase the knowledge of the history of our town and we publish annually a Bulletin of Research. This information can also be accessed on the Local Studies computer at the Library . Secondly, we hold monthly meetings open to the public where lecturers provide illustrated lectures on a variety of stimulating historical topics.
Boothsmere Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary groupWomen's Institute, Book Club, Walking Group, Craft group
Teaching Statistics Trust
Arts, EducationPublication of journal Teaching Statistics.Promoting Statistics in schools, colleges and the wider society.Funding statistical education initiatives.
Inner Wheel Club Of High Wycombe Benevolent Fund
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, Social welfareThe Inner Wheel Club of High Wycombe, holds events eg. coffee mornings, bring & buy sales, book sales, special lunches, to raise funds for donation to local charities, good causes and individuals.
Gibson Walden Fund
Arts, Heritage, HousingSupports the charitable activities of The Gibson Library, The King Edward VI Almshouses, The Saffron Walden Museum and other charities local to Saffron Walden and its people.
Alleyne's Grammar School
Arts, Education, Social welfareIn awarding financial assistance, outfits, clothing, tools, instruments or books to enable beneficiaries on leaving school, a university, or any other educational establishment, to prepare for, or to assist their entry into a profession , trade or calling.Awarding Scholarships or Maintenance Allowances to travel to pursue their education.Financial assistance to study music or other arts.
The Trust Fund Of The Rotary Club Of Tooting
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, HealthProvide support and assist with funding for global humanitarian and community projects incl: Polio plus, mercy ships, wheelchair foundation, mosquito nets, group youth exchange, the education and book appeal Ghana, equipment for local and international hospitals, tree planting, special needs schools, awards for school achievers/young person of the year, kids out etc.
Lockyer's Charity
Arts, Charitable activities, EducationProvide grants for students going to college or University for books equipment etc.
Gladestry Playgroup
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, FacilitiesParent's and their Babies/Toddlers meet once a week for 2 1/2 to 3 hours in the local village hall. The children are able to play and interact with each other with a variety of toys/books etc. A sit down activity is done with the children weekly e.g. painting, drawing, making. It is also good socialisation for the parents.
Friends Of Box Hill Association
Arts, Associations, Charitable activitiesAssist in the conservation of the natural beauty of the National Trust property of Box Hill and in the protection and improvement of its amenities for the benefit of the public, and advance the education of the public regarding Box Hill and its ecology and to further this aim it has produced a number of publications.
Ursula Taylor Charity
Arts, Charitable activitiesAwarding grants to pupils and students for cost of books, course fees, tools etc and other equipment required for their individual learning requirements.
Folkestone And District Local History Society
Arts, HeritageGenerate and enhance public interest in all aspects of the history of Folkestone and surrounding district.Arrange a series of talks throughout the year,together with exhibitions and outings,by producing for sale other publications that help to provide background for local history research.Supports other local organisations who seek to promote the history of Folkestone and surrounding district.
The West Essex Archaeological Group
Arts, HeritageArchaeological group, with activities covering many aspects of archaeology, including public talks and lectures, practical excavation and research, training for beginners, publications, and public display of results of excavations. Membership is open to individuals of any age and any level of experience, from absolute beginners through to professional archaeologists.
The Ware Society
Arts, HeritageThe Society monitors planning proposals, particularly in the Ware Conservation Area and comments where appropriate. It operates a biennial Town Award Scheme in recognition of developments or projects that have enhanced the appearance or amenity of the townOrganises monthly talks on various relevant topicsIt publishes or sponsors various publications concerning the history of the town
Great Cheverell Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Leisure, ReligionBook ClubGardening ClubWhist Games (Held in Village Hall) BingoFriends Neighbours Old Peoples Tea (Monthly)Keep FitChildrens Parties , Arts Festival, Church Bazarr.Action for children. Also Yoga. Friends and Neighbours.
Padnell Park Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportWALKING FOR HEALTH TWICE A MONTHCOFFEE EVENINGS AND FUND RAISING FOR CLUB ACTIVITIESSUPPER CLUB FOR MEMBERSCRAFT AND SOCIAL, BOOK CLUB, KNITTING FOR CHARITY
The Isham Educational Foundation
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Social welfareProviding such special benefits not normally provided out of public funds for any school serving the parishes of Lamport, Hanging Houghton and Faxton. Promoting the education of young people under 25 years of age who are in need of finanical assistance resident in the area of benefit, eg by grants toeards further education, assistance towards the costs of uniform, clothing, tools or books.
The Cornish Talking Newspaper And Magazine Association
Arts, HealthThe object of the charity is to provide a weekly 90 minute memory stick (USB) of local news, information, literature, both fiction and non fiction for the blind, visually impaired and those labouring under some temporary or permanent incapacity which makes reading a strain.
The National Association Of Laryngectomee Clubs
Arts, Beneficiary groupNALC promotes the welfare and rehabilitation of Laryngectomy patients, their families and to be of assistance to those professionals working in the field of Laryngectomy. NALC encourages the formation of Laryngectomee clubs. NALC has an extensive range of literature for both patients and professionals.
Chippenham Civic Society
Arts, Economic and community development, Heritage, SocietyPromoting Civic Pride in Chippenham,ensuring that the heritage of Chippenham is preserved and seeking to ensure that new buildings are sympathetic to their surroundings. Seeking to stimulate interest of the general public through issuing a quarterly magazine to members and a programme of talks and visits. Collaboration with the local museum and council on subjects of mutual interest.
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.