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Storybook Dads

Also known as: Storybook Dad, Storybook Families, Storybook Mums

Storybook Dads operates in approx 105 prisons nationwide and enables imprisoned parents to send audio and video of themselves reading a story to their children. These stories are edited and enhanced using digital software to make a unique and special gift for each child.

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Activities & Mission

Storybook Dads operates in approx 105 prisons nationwide and enables imprisoned parents to send audio and video of themselves reading a story to their children. These stories are edited and enhanced using digital software to make a unique and special gift for each child.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£339,814
Latest Expenditure
£262,078

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 77.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 77.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£339,814
£262,0780 / 2
2024
£223,436
£242,9690 / 0
2023
£320,715
£213,5380 / 1
2022
£184,389
£181,7190 / 3
2021
£219,398
£178,5060 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Storybook Dads

What does Storybook Dads do?

Storybook Dads operates in approx 105 prisons nationwide and enables imprisoned parents to send audio and video of themselves reading a story to their children. These stories are edited and enhanced using digital software to make a unique and special gift for each child.

How much income did Storybook Dads report in 2025?

Storybook Dads reported total income of £340k and reported expenditure of £262k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Storybook Dads registered as a charity?

Storybook Dads was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 December 2003 as charity number 1101208. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs Storybook Dads?

Storybook Dads is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Arthur Richard Hearl. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Storybook Dads operate?

Storybook Dads operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Storybook Dads a registered charity?

Yes — Storybook Dads is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1101208.

Details

Address
Storybook Dads
18 Belle Vue Road
Saltash
Cornwall
PL12 6ES
Registration Date
16 December 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4003451
Charity Number
1101208

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Trustees

Arthur Richard Hearl Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Denise Ann Watkins
Hilary FRANK Cllr
Jackie Butler
Ken Martin

Also Known As

  • Storybook Dad
  • Storybook Families
  • Storybook Families
  • Storybook Mums
  • Storybook Dad

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14 May 2026
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