Build on Books
Build on Books is a registered charity in England & Wales working in general charitable purposes, education/training, the advancement of health or saving of lives, based in Marlow.
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What are the key facts about Build on Books?
- Registered charity number
- 1158201
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- CIO
- Location
- Marlow
- Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31)
- £49,543
- Website
- www.buildonbooks.com
What does Build on Books do?
Build on Books reduces poverty in Sierra Leone by building a strong foundation for development based on education, disease prevention, and food security. We provide books, water, sanitation, farms, school buildings, school furniture, science labs, healthcare, training programs and humanitarian aid to help build vibrant schools and communities where all children can realise their full potential.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Build on Books a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Build on Books is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1158201) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.
- What is Build on Books's charity number?
- Build on Books's charity number is 1158201. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number 1158201?
- Search 1158201 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
- What does Build on Books do?
- Build on Books reduces poverty in Sierra Leone by building a strong foundation for development based on education, disease prevention, and food security. We provide books, water, sanitation, farms, school buildings, school furniture, science labs, healthcare, training programs and humanitarian aid to help build vibrant schools and communities where all children can realise their full potential.
- Does Build on Books have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Build on Books. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
- How can I donate to Build on Books?
- Build on Books's website is http://www.buildonbooks.com — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.
Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.