Own Books
Own Books is a book donation project that helps children and young people, without books, to have their own books to keep or share at home. The project aims to advance literacy & a love of reading in children & young people through the free provision of books in the home. Through a series of art making and storytelling workshops, we aim to encourage and inspire literacy, creativity & imagination.
Activities & Mission
Own Books is a book donation project that helps children and young people, without books, to have their own books to keep or share at home. The project aims to advance literacy & a love of reading in children & young people through the free provision of books in the home. Through a series of art making and storytelling workshops, we aim to encourage and inspire literacy, creativity & imagination.
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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.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £13,190 | £17,691 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2024 | £29,226 | £15,659 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £16,730 | £15,279 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2022 | £1,035 | £7,159 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2021 | £19,044 | £5,961 | 0 / 7 |
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Frequently asked questions about Own Books
What does Own Books do?
Own Books is a book donation project that helps children and young people, without books, to have their own books to keep or share at home. The project aims to advance literacy & a love of reading in children & young people through the free provision of books in the home. Through a series of art making and storytelling workshops, we aim to encourage and inspire literacy, creativity & imagination.
How much income did Own Books report in 2025?
Own Books reported total income of £13k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Own Books registered as a charity?
Own Books was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 July 2020 as charity number 1190573. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Own Books?
Own Books is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is JULIE DE BASTION BFA HONS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Own Books operate?
Own Books operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Own Books a registered charity?
Yes — Own Books is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190573.
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