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Black Books Matter UK

Also known as: Bbmuk

Providing creative writing, literacy and arts based activities to young people. Provide training in creative learning and equality and diversity to organisations. Provide advice on educational resources and create theatre promoting diverse literature.

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Activities & Mission

Providing creative writing, literacy and arts based activities to young people. Provide training in creative learning and equality and diversity to organisations. Provide advice on educational resources and create theatre promoting diverse literature.

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

Financial Information

Latest Income
£20,453
Latest Expenditure
£25,395

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 124.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 124.2%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£20,453
£25,3950 / 4
2023
£17,793
£13,7050 / 2
2022
£23,931
£16,7550 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Black Books Matter UK

What does Black Books Matter UK do?

Providing creative writing, literacy and arts based activities to young people. Provide training in creative learning and equality and diversity to organisations. Provide advice on educational resources and create theatre promoting diverse literature.

How much income did Black Books Matter UK report in 2024?

Black Books Matter UK reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Black Books Matter UK registered as a charity?

Black Books Matter UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 August 2021 as charity number 1195374. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs Black Books Matter UK?

Black Books Matter UK is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Shirley Archibold. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Black Books Matter UK operate?

Black Books Matter UK operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Black Books Matter UK a registered charity?

Yes — Black Books Matter UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1195374.

Details

Address
4th Floor
Silverstream House
45 Fitzroy Street
Fitzrovia
London
W1T 6EB
Registration Date
3 August 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5175194
Charity Number
1195374

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Trustees

Shirley Archibold Chair
Carlton Mc Cleary
GASSY TRAORE
Also governs 1 other charity

Also Known As

  • Bbmuk

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