Question 1

What is the mission of BOOKTRUST?

Accepted Answer

Reading changes lives. Booktrust ensures all children and families have the opportunity to enjoy and be confident in their reading. We provide expertise for parents and professionals to make quality choices of reading for children. We engage with communities in the promotion of reading. And we advocate for national and local policies to recognise the social and economic importance of reading.

Question 2

What is the financial size of BOOKTRUST?

Accepted Answer

BOOKTRUST is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £12,431,928 and total expenditure of £12,530,475.

Question 3

How does BOOKTRUST allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 91.1% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 8.9% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of BOOKTRUST?

Accepted Answer

BOOKTRUST employs 102 staff members and is supported by 0 volunteers.

Question 5

Does BOOKTRUST receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approximately 63.1% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does BOOKTRUST pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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