Doorstep Library Network
The charity runs Doorstep Library projects sending volunteers to homes of children in disadvantaged areas to help them enjoy reading, read well, and to lend books. Parents are encouraged to contribute to their children's education, they are supported to access local services designed to help them and their children. The charity runs Doorstep Libraries in London.
Activities & Mission
The charity runs Doorstep Library projects sending volunteers to homes of children in disadvantaged areas to help them enjoy reading, read well, and to lend books. Parents are encouraged to contribute to their children's education, they are supported to access local services designed to help them and their children. The charity runs Doorstep Libraries in London.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 34% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 12% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £748,918 | £683,364 | £591,158 | £472,037 | £221,662 | 13 / 170 |
| 2024 | £902,628 | £692,521 | £569,701 | £406,483 | £163,201 | 15 / 242 |
| 2023 | £828,487 | £875,488 | £738,250 | £196,377 | £53,795 | 19 / 230 |
| 2022 | £640,599 | £741,367 | £631,900 | £243,378 | £49,201 | 18 / 100 |
| 2021 | £741,837 | £462,752 | £379,753 | £344,146 | £121,174 | 9 / 113 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Doorstep Library Network
What does Doorstep Library Network do?
The charity runs Doorstep Library projects sending volunteers to homes of children in disadvantaged areas to help them enjoy reading, read well, and to lend books. Parents are encouraged to contribute to their children's education, they are supported to access local services designed to help them and their children. The charity runs Doorstep Libraries in London.
How much income did Doorstep Library Network report in 2025?
Doorstep Library Network reported total income of £749k and reported expenditure of £683k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Doorstep Library Network?
Doorstep Library Network has a program ratio of 78.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 34% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Doorstep Library Network registered as a charity?
Doorstep Library Network was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 August 2014 as charity number 1158197. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Doorstep Library Network?
Doorstep Library Network is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Doorstep Library Network operate?
Doorstep Library Network operates across 3 areas: City Of Westminster, Hammersmith And Fulham and Lambeth.
Is Doorstep Library Network a registered charity?
Yes — Doorstep Library Network is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1158197.
Details
8-10 Grosvenor Gardens
London
SW1W 0DH
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