Donate or fundraise for us
A love of books changes lives. Children who read for pleasure are likely to do better at school, as well as be more socially, culturally and emotionally prepared for life.
In fact, reading enjoyment is more important for a child’s educational success than their family’s financial or social status. There are lots of ways that you can help BookTrust change lives by getting children and families reading.
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Explore easy ways to fundraise at home and download our A‑Z guide full of inspiration to help you get started.
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If you want to organise your own fundraising event for BookTrust, we have lots of support and resources on hand to make it a success!
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Fundraising can be a fun and meaningful way for pupils to share their own love of reading with both their classmates and other children across the UK!
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Remember a loved one with an in-memory gift or tribute fund, and help more children to discover the magical world of reading.
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By remembering BookTrust in your Will, you can help children receive the books and support they need to get started on their reading journey.
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Whether it’s a birthday, wedding, anniversary or retirement, celebrate your special day with BookTrust! Make your day truly special by getting family and friends to support a good cause to mark the big day.
Challenge events
Take part in a fun run, 5K, 10K, half marathon, and more by taking a look at the events in your local area.
Discover moreOur fundraising heroes
Meet the people going the extra mile to support families across the UK discover the joy of reading.
Our fundraiser of the month
Congratulations to Jenna Akehurst, who took part in the Great South Run and raised £1,145 for BookTrust. Jenna ran 16km, and is extremely passionate about reading and the importance of local libraries.
Nic Orchard’s Dawn to Dusk Challenge
Nic has taken on the Dawn to Dusk challenge twice, taking flight and soaring over skies, picking up two awards in the process! Nic’s efforts raised over £2,200, helping to deliver the life-changing benefits of reading to every child.
Martin Blacoe Walks the West Highland Way
Martin walked 101.5 miles over 7 days in memory of his friend and work colleague, Chris Housam, a dedicated teacher from Leeds. Martin raised a whopping £4,500, helping to bring the joy of reading to children and families across the country.
Other ways to donate
Donate by post
If you would rather send a donation to us in the post, please send cheques, charity vouchers, card detail or direct debit information along with a completed form:
You can then send the form to our Farringdon office address:
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BookTrust
29 Clerkenwell Road
London EC1M 5RN
Donate by phone
If you’d prefer to donate by phone, please call our office on 020 7801 8844 between the hours 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday.
Donate anonymously
At BookTrust, we are committed to protecting your personal information and privacy and respect that not everyone may wish to give their name and address details while making a gift. To give anonymously online, donate to Booktrust through:
How your fundraising makes a difference
Did you know that 58% of children in the UK don’t have a bedtime story?
Through our Bookstart Baby programme, over 500,000 families received their baby’s first book
2.7 million books and reading support resources were given to families and partners in 2023/24
For full information, please view our Impact report.