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The Polish Writers Abroad Charity

Also known as: Union of Polish Writers Abroad, Zwiazek Pisarzy Polskich na Obczyznie (ZPPnO)

The Charity promotes Polish literature, education and heritage, focusing on writers abroad. Activities include author events, poetry readings, the annual Literary Prize, lectures, exhibitions, conferences and publishing. Through the Research Centre on the Legacy of Polish migration , it supports academic study of Polish literature in disapora. The charity maintains international membership.

Activities & Mission

The Charity promotes Polish literature, education and heritage, focusing on writers abroad. Activities include author events, poetry readings, the annual Literary Prize, lectures, exhibitions, conferences and publishing. Through the Research Centre on the Legacy of Polish migration , it supports academic study of Polish literature in disapora. The charity maintains international membership.

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
£21,782
Latest Expenditure
£17,817

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 81.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 81.8%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£21,782
£17,8170 / 15
2023
£24,270
£16,6000 / 10
2021
£12,244
£10,6500 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Polish Writers Abroad Charity

What does The Polish Writers Abroad Charity do?

The Charity promotes Polish literature, education and heritage, focusing on writers abroad. Activities include author events, poetry readings, the annual Literary Prize, lectures, exhibitions, conferences and publishing. Through the Research Centre on the Legacy of Polish migration , it supports academic study of Polish literature in disapora. The charity maintains international membership.

How much income did The Polish Writers Abroad Charity report in 2024?

The Polish Writers Abroad Charity reported total income of £22k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Polish Writers Abroad Charity registered as a charity?

The Polish Writers Abroad Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 November 1967 as charity number 254181. It has been registered for 59 years.

Who runs The Polish Writers Abroad Charity?

The Polish Writers Abroad Charity is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is REGINA TAYLOR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Polish Writers Abroad Charity operate?

The Polish Writers Abroad Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Polish Writers Abroad Charity a registered charity?

Yes — The Polish Writers Abroad Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 254181.

Details

Address
POSK
238-246 KING STREET
LONDON
W6 0RF
Website
zppno.org
Registration Date
15 November 1967
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
254181
Charity Number
254181

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Trustees

REGINA TAYLOR Chair
Katarzyna Zechenter
Krystyna Kaplan
URSZULA LENIK
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Union of Polish Writers Abroad
  • Zwiazek Pisarzy Polskich na Obczyznie (ZPPnO)

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