About us

Book Aid International is a UK registered charity which shares the power of books and helps create a more equal world.

Our mission and vision

Our vision is a world where everyone has access to books that will enrich, improve and change their lives.

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Where we work

We work around the world where people need books.

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How we select and send books

We work with partners to make sure books that will have the biggest impact go where they are needed most.

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Our impact

Books give people the power to change their lives for the better and create a more equal future. Every year, we offer the opportunity to read to millions.

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Our finances

At Book Aid International all the income we receive is from voluntary donations – we receive no government grants.

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Our vision 2025

Between now and 2025 we will focus on creating the opportunity to read for people who face the greatest barriers to learning.

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Press Centre

We’re here for journalists interested in everything book-related.

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Our people

Our work is only possible through the work of our staff, volunteers, trustees and many friends.

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Our history

Our organisation was founded in 1954 by Hermione, Countess of Ranfurly, who recognised the power of books.

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Work with us

When you join our team, you’ll be helping to share the power of books with millions of people around the world.

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Read our blog

Hear from staff, volunteers and supporters and learn more about who we are.

Blog

The transformative power of books

A teacher and reading champion, Joyce Ampofo is the founder and Chief Executive of Rainbow Trust Foundation, one of Book Aid International’s partners in Ghana.  This is her story. 

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A call to action from our President

As our 70th anniversary year draws to a close, we are pleased to be able to share a message from our President, Bloomsbury Publishing’s CEO Nigel Newton CBE.

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Highlighting the unsung heroes

This Trustees Week we talked to a few members of our Board about why they chose to become a trustee, what excites them most about the work the charity is doing and what their hopes are for the future of Book Aid International.  

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