Question 1

What is the mission of LISTENING BOOKS?

Accepted Answer

To provide a postal and internet based audiobook service to: Any child or adult who suffers from an illness or disability which makes it hard to hold a book, turn its pages or read in the usual way; including people with  specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, and people with visual impairments.

Question 2

What is the financial size of LISTENING BOOKS?

Accepted Answer

LISTENING BOOKS is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,113,056 and total expenditure of £1,224,689.

Question 3

How does LISTENING BOOKS allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 97.4% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 2.6% is spent on raising funds and administration.

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of LISTENING BOOKS?

Accepted Answer

LISTENING BOOKS employs 10 staff members and is supported by 8 volunteers.

Question 5

Does LISTENING BOOKS receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does LISTENING BOOKS 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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