Got To Read
Got to Read offers one-to-one support to adults across Suffolk who for any reason have left formal education but do not yet have the skills that they would like with reading and writing. It is particularly able to support those who do not have the skills or confidence to attend group literacy classes and who may want to start from the beginning with reading and writing.
Activities & Mission
Got to Read offers one-to-one support to adults across Suffolk who for any reason have left formal education but do not yet have the skills that they would like with reading and writing. It is particularly able to support those who do not have the skills or confidence to attend group literacy classes and who may want to start from the beginning with reading and writing.
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
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £19,637 | £5,141 | 0 / 30 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Got To Read
What does Got To Read do?
Got to Read offers one-to-one support to adults across Suffolk who for any reason have left formal education but do not yet have the skills that they would like with reading and writing. It is particularly able to support those who do not have the skills or confidence to attend group literacy classes and who may want to start from the beginning with reading and writing.
How much income did Got To Read report in 2025?
Got To Read reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £5k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Got To Read registered as a charity?
Got To Read was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 November 2013 as charity number 1154720. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Got To Read?
Got To Read is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is KAY ELIZABETH MCELHINNEY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Got To Read operate?
Got To Read operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Got To Read a registered charity?
Yes — Got To Read is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1154720.
Details
19 Tower Street
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP1 3BE
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