Friends Of The Women's Library
Also known as: Friends of the Fawcett Library
Fundraising activities in support of The Women's Library; attracting Friends by means of social activities.
Activities & Mission
Fundraising activities in support of The Women's Library; attracting Friends by means of social activities.
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
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
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 | £10,355 | £5,809 | 0 / 14 | |||
| 2023 | £47,346 | £10,644 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £10,106 | £2,681 | 0 / 12 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Friends Of The Women's Library
What does Friends Of The Women's Library do?
Fundraising activities in support of The Women's Library; attracting Friends by means of social activities.
How much income did Friends Of The Women's Library report in 2025?
Friends Of The Women's Library reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £6k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of The Women's Library registered as a charity?
Friends Of The Women's Library was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 January 1979 as charity number 277165. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs Friends Of The Women's Library?
Friends Of The Women's Library is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr ANNE rosalind SUMMERS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of The Women's Library operate?
Friends Of The Women's Library operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of The Women's Library a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of The Women's Library is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 277165.
Details
275 New North Road
London
N1 7AA
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Also Known As
- Friends of the Fawcett Library
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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