Question 1

What is the mission of THE BOOK TRADE CHARITY?

Accepted Answer

The welfare charity of the book trade, providing financial support and accommodation for people who have worked in the UK book trade, in publishing, distribution or bookselling, for more than one year.  Housing at Kings Langley, Herts, provides a range of subsidised accommodation in 36 dwellings; the average age of residents is about 64.  Grant support, regular or one-off can be offered across UK.

Question 2

What is the financial size of THE BOOK TRADE CHARITY?

Accepted Answer

THE BOOK TRADE CHARITY is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £910,633 and total expenditure of £1,096,519.

Question 3

How does THE BOOK TRADE CHARITY allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 93.8% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 6.2% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (99.0%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of THE BOOK TRADE CHARITY?

Accepted Answer

THE BOOK TRADE CHARITY employs 4 staff members and is supported by 20 volunteers.

Question 5

Does THE BOOK TRADE CHARITY receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Does THE BOOK TRADE CHARITY 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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