Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund
Also known as: Chartered Institute of Information and Library Professionals Benevolent Fund, The Library Association Benevolent Fund
The relief of poverty, sickness and other kinds of suffering amongst librarian and information services workers and their dependants.
Activities & Mission
The relief of poverty, sickness and other kinds of suffering amongst librarian and information services workers and their dependants.
Grants
Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £6,605
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability and the prevention or relief of poverty
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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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 | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £39,139 | £6,605 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £12,987 | £15,750 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £15,039 | £7,773 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund
What does Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund do?
The relief of poverty, sickness and other kinds of suffering amongst librarian and information services workers and their dependants.
How much income did Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund report in 2025?
Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund registered as a charity?
Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 June 1967 as charity number 237352. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund?
Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Vincent HonFCLIP. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund operate?
Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund a registered charity?
Yes — Chartered Institute Of Library And Information Professionals Benevolent Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 237352.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Also governs 4 other charities
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Chartered Institute of Information and Library Professionals Benevolent Fund
- The Library Association Benevolent Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated