Reading Force
We help improve communication within families experiencing the unique challenges of Forces life whether at home together or separated by tours of duty or postings, by encouraging shared reading and scrapbook/journaling. It is a fun and practical activity for all British Forces families living in the UK and overseas, reservists, veterans, and their close and extended families including grandparents
Activities & Mission
We help improve communication within families experiencing the unique challenges of Forces life whether at home together or separated by tours of duty or postings, by encouraging shared reading and scrapbook/journaling. It is a fun and practical activity for all British Forces families living in the UK and overseas, reservists, veterans, and their close and extended families including grandparents
Grants
Reading Force is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £291,250
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training and other charitable purposes
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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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
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 | £437,592 | £291,250 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2024 | £231,793 | £303,542 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £218,979 | £283,736 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £256,638 | £222,604 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £288,455 | £151,166 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Reading Force
What does Reading Force do?
We help improve communication within families experiencing the unique challenges of Forces life whether at home together or separated by tours of duty or postings, by encouraging shared reading and scrapbook/journaling. It is a fun and practical activity for all British Forces families living in the UK and overseas, reservists, veterans, and their close and extended families including grandparents
How much income did Reading Force report in 2025?
Reading Force reported total income of £438k and reported expenditure of £291k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Reading Force registered as a charity?
Reading Force was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 January 2015 as charity number 1159890. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Reading Force?
Reading Force is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is NICHOLAS WILLIAM NEVILLE JONES BA OXON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Reading Force operate?
Reading Force operates across 12 areas, including Akrotiri, Brunei, Canada and 9 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Reading Force a registered charity?
Yes — Reading Force is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159890.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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