--- title: "Pan-African Book Foundation — check charity number 802763 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Pan-African Book Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 802763. Education/training charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/pan-african-book-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:14:58.351Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Pan-African Book Foundation is a registered charity (number 802763) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £3,161 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Pan-African Book Foundation? Registered charity number 802763 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location London Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £3,161 Website [www.pabf.org.uk](http://www.pabf.org.uk/) ## What does Pan-African Book Foundation do? The mission of the Pan African Book Foundation, is to enhance the quality and standard of education in African rural schools through the provision of books and to promote works of African origin. We aim to collect under one roof all publications written by African people, which would include works written by people of African origin and also others.To promote and celebrate the works of Africa. ## What causes is Pan-African Book Foundation registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Pan-African Book Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Pan-African Book Foundation is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=pan-african-book-foundation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.pabf.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Pan-African Book Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Pan-African Book Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 802763) 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 Pan-African Book Foundation's charity number? Pan-African Book Foundation's charity number is 802763. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 802763? Search 802763 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 Pan-African Book Foundation do? The mission of the Pan African Book Foundation, is to enhance the quality and standard of education in African rural schools through the provision of books and to promote works of African origin. We aim to collect under one roof all publications written by African people, which would include works written by people of African origin and also others.To promote and celebrate the works of Africa. Does Pan-African Book Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pan-African Book Foundation. 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 Pan-African Book Foundation? Pan-African Book Foundation's website is http://www.pabf.org.uk — 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](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/802763).