Women's Prize Trust
Also known as: Women's Prize for Fiction, Wpt
The objects for which the charity exists relate to the advancement of the art of literature for the public benefit. We foster & promote literature of merit written by women in all its forms, including by the encouragement of diversity & greater gender equality amongst writers & by the award of an annual prize for a full length novel written by a woman of any nationality & published in English.
Activities & Mission
The objects for which the charity exists relate to the advancement of the art of literature for the public benefit. We foster & promote literature of merit written by women in all its forms, including by the encouragement of diversity & greater gender equality amongst writers & by the award of an annual prize for a full length novel written by a woman of any nationality & published in English.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 84% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 54% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 60% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £846,467 | £914,519 | £902,480 | £15,405 | £15,405 | 3 / 12 |
| 2023 | £652,011 | £618,077 | £617,984 | £91,789 | £91,789 | 14 / 30 |
| 2022 | £559,145 | £702,070 | £599,658 | £102,520 | £102,520 | 12 / 10 |
| 2021 | £555,892 | £575,235 | £434,670 | £245,445 | £245,445 | 12 / 10 |
| 2020 | £467,775 | £291,270 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Women's Prize Trust
What does Women's Prize Trust do?
The objects for which the charity exists relate to the advancement of the art of literature for the public benefit. We foster & promote literature of merit written by women in all its forms, including by the encouragement of diversity & greater gender equality amongst writers & by the award of an annual prize for a full length novel written by a woman of any nationality & published in English.
How much income did Women's Prize Trust report in 2024?
Women's Prize Trust reported total income of £846k and reported expenditure of £915k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Women's Prize Trust?
Women's Prize Trust has a program ratio of 106.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 84% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Women's Prize Trust registered as a charity?
Women's Prize Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 December 2018 as charity number 1181253. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Women's Prize Trust?
Women's Prize Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANNA MARIE LEONTIA OLLARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Women's Prize Trust operate?
Women's Prize Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Women's Prize Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Women's Prize Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1181253.
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Also Known As
- Women's Prize for Fiction
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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