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books beyond words

The charity supports children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, and other defined groups. Books Beyond Words is a registered charity whose purpose is general charitable purposes. It delivers its work by providing services. The charity is based in Surrey and operates in England And Wales, United States, and various other locations.


This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

Beyond Words seeks to enable people with intellectual disabilities and autism from all countries, cultures and languages to access our word-free picture stories and be empowered to live fuller lives. We publish wordless books in both print and digital formats, covering health conditions, relationships, safeguarding, sport, exercise and nutrition, community, crime & justice and the workplace.

Fundraising

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£321,841
Latest Expenditure
£317,218

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 98.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 98.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024£321,841£317,2180 / 0
2023£252,611£255,5230 / 6
2022£239,990£310,0620 / 15
2021£338,312£298,1170 / 25
2020£300,431£291,5520 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers