More Than Books
Analysis
More Than Books is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in North Yorkshire. It was registered in July 2017, 9 years ago. Its declared purposes cover other charitable purposes, which this site groups under children and youth development. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides buildings/facilities/open space, provides services and provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending March 2026, More Than Books reported income of £47k and spending of £28k, leaving 40% of income unspent that year. Across the 5 years on record, from March 2022 to March 2026, income grew from £15k to £47k (+221%), an average of +34% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to March 2024, when income rose by 276%. Over the whole period it spent 92% of the income it received.
Among 5,641 England and Wales charities whose main cause is children and youth development and that reported income, More Than Books sits at the 81st percentile: it is larger than about 80% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 60th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Buzra Foundation (£47k), John Henderson McGregor Charitable Trust (£47k) and Friends of Saint Nicholas School (Old Harlow) (£47k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
More Than Books (MTB) is a Community Hub & Library serving South Scarborough, in particular the communities of Eastfield, Osgodby, Cayton, Crossgates, Seamer and Irton.MTB provides opportunities for people of all ages to access books and information sources, and to take part in activities and social events.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Buzra Foundation | London | £47k |
| John Henderson McGregor Charitable Trust | Whiteley | £47k |
| Friends of Saint Nicholas School (Old Harlow) | Harlow | £47k |
| Bridlington Lions Club (CIO) | Bridlington | £47k |