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Armed forces Charities That specialise in Navy

Discover 190 Armed forces charities that specialise in navy. Use the search below to filter within these results.

190
Charities
£1,134,387,673
Total Income
£2,429,096
Avg Income
76.5%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

Combat Stress

Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Health

The Charity provides relief of need and advancement of health of veterans and others in the Armed Forces Network, which includes members of the British Army, Royal Navy, Royal Air Force and the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (and regular reserves, volunteer reserves, and sponsored reserves of these bodies), and their families, dependents and support network, who have or have had mental health issues.

Latest Income: £14,265,000
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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The Royal Naval Benevolent Trust (grand Fleet And Kindred Funds)

Armed forces, Beneficiary group

The RNBT gives help, in cases of need, to those who are serving or have served as ratings in the Royal Navy or as other ranks in the Royal Marines, and their dependants - The RNBT Family. We give financial support to individuals and provide care for older people.

Latest Income: £12,460,971
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Nautilus Welfare Fund

Armed forces, Health, Housing, Leisure, Social care

We provide welfare services to needy Merchant Navy seafarers and their dependants. This is achived by :-the provision of accommodation and support for those who are able to live independentley in Mariners Park Estate - the provision of residential,nursing and respite care in the Mariners Park Care Home- the provision of annual,one off grants and a caseworker service

Latest Income: £4,029,405
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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The Royal Naval Benevolent Society For Officers

Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Social welfare

Founded in 1739 and incorporated by Royal Charter in 1838, the Society grants financial relief to officers and former officers of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, QARNNS, WRNS and their Reserves, and including spouses, former spouses, and families in need. In the last year grants just in excess of £500,000 were made. Additionally many hours are spent signposting, offering advice or a friendly ear.

Latest Income: £1,745,423
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Shipwrecked Fishermen And Mariners' Royal Benevolent Society

Armed forces, Charity and VCS support, Social welfare

The Shipwrecked Mariners' Society provides financial support to retired seafarers (Merchant Navy and Fishing Fleet) and their dependants and those unable to continue working at sea through accident, disability, illness or for compassionate reasons. The Charity operates through a nationwide network of volunteers.The Society makes annual awards for acts of skill and gallantry at sea.

Latest Income: £1,553,334
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The White Ensign Association Limited

Armed forces, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education

Naval charity which supports all serving and former members of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and RFA, including dependants. A non-grant giving organisation, the Association helps personnel in matters including Armed Forces pensions and compensation, civilian employment and personal welfare and administration, giving guidance at an individual level. Delivers an extensive lecture programme.

Latest Income: £893,248
Areas of Operation: Scotland
Status: Registered
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Merchant Navy Welfare Board

Armed forces, Beneficiary group

Umbrella charity co-ordinating and supporting the welfare work of maritime charities assisting merchant seafarers and their families in the United Kingdom and Gibraltar.

Latest Income: £808,097
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Royal Naval Association

Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Health

The RNA is a rank-blind membership organisation primarily for serving and former serving RN personnel and the wider naval family, who are proud of their Naval Service. We seek to maintain the naval ethos and enjoy sharing experiences with like minded people while supporting each other in times of need. The mission of the RNA is to foster camaraderie through events, comms and welfare support.

Latest Income: £705,030
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Merchant Navy Locomotive Preservation Society Limited

Armed forces, Heritage

The object and principal activity of the M.N.L.P.S. is to preserve and maintain in an operational condition, to main line standards, ex-British Railways Southern Region 'Merchant Navy' Class locomotive No. 35028 'Clan Line' and to encourage and promote public interest in the preservation of steam and other railway locomotives and rolling stock, railway machinery & equipment of historical interest.

Latest Income: £453,109
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust

Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Education

(a) To provide relief in cases of necessity or distress among the WRNS Members of the Trust and among the dependants of such persons and to accept and administer any gift for any special or limited object in general accordance with the aims of the Trust.(b) To make provision in suitable cases for assistance with further education for WRNS Members of the Trust.

Latest Income: £303,151
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Northampton Unit 255 Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group

The aim of the sea cadet corps is to help young people towards responsible adulthood by encouraging valuable personal attributes and high standards of conduct, using a nautical theme based on the customs of the Royal Navy.

Latest Income: £192,915
Areas of Operation: Northamptonshire
Status: Registered
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The Hms Trincomalee Trust

Armed forces

The maintenance, conservation and presentation of the frigate HMS Trincomalee. The Trust opens the Ship for public visits, educational and learning visits, functions and events throughout the year.

Latest Income: £184,657
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Margate Unit 235 Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group

This is a youth organisation taking in children from the ages of 10-18 and giving them training in the ethos of the Royal Navy and its traditions. The youngsters are encouraged to take part in the local community and to help others - we aim to keep our charges safe and secure and equip them for modern life and responsible adulthood.

Latest Income: £142,169
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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The Conway Merchant Navy Trust

Armed forces, Associations, Education

Provide educational grants and other financial assistance to young men and women who want to pursue a career at sea. Provide financial assistance to other appropriate Maritime Charities.

Latest Income: £132,019
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Stirling Unit 39 Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group

Our aim is to give young people the best possible headstart in life through nautical adventure and fun, based on the customs & traditions of the Royal Navy

Latest Income: £103,693
Areas of Operation: Birmingham City
Status: Registered
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Milford Haven Unit 564 Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group

The aim of the Sea Cadet Corps is to give young people the best possible head start in life through nautical adventure and fun based on the customs and traditions of the Royal Navy.

Latest Income: £95,779
Areas of Operation: Pembrokeshire
Status: Registered
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Sheffield Unit 302 Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Leisure

The education and training of young people (aged 10 to 18) in a range of activities and life skills. Some associated with sailing/boating and the traditions of the Royal Navy. Others involving climbing and other outdoor activities; music; computing; cookery skills; etc....

Latest Income: £95,664
Areas of Operation: Sheffield City
Status: Registered
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Filey Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group

To help young people towards responsible adulthood by encouraging valuable personal attributes and high standards of conduct, using a nautical theme based on the customs of the Royal Navy.

Latest Income: £86,277
Areas of Operation: North Yorkshire
Status: Registered
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St Helens Unit 294 Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Associations

The provision of training in seamanship, boatwork and marine engineering. The training in self discipline by emulation of the rules and traditions of the Royal Navy.

Latest Income: £82,058
Areas of Operation: St Helens
Status: Registered
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Leicester Unit 211 Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, Leisure

Working with and training young people between ages of 9 years and 18 years in areas such as canoeing, power boating, pulling, cooking, communications, shooting, drill and giving them the opportunity to go to sea in both powered vessels and sailing ships. All done under the guidance and oversight of the Royal Navy and MSSC.

Latest Income: £80,489
Areas of Operation: Leicester City
Status: Registered
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Rotary Club Of Deane Trust Fund

Armed forces, Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support

Support to Rotary and other local charities.Major fundraising activities of: - Charity concert at the Anvil, held last Sunday of January - featuring HM Band of the Royal Marines Basingstoke Festival of Transport, held second Monday in May - featuring almost 1000 vehicles, 70 stalls and up to 10,000 visitors and is one of the larger events of its type in the South East

Latest Income: £77,170
Areas of Operation: Hampshire
Status: Registered
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Scarborough Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, Leisure

Voluntary youth organisation for boys and girls aged 12 - 18 (10 for junior sections)Provides a range of activities, sport and skills which are attractive and adventurous within a caring discipline, based on the high standards of the Royal Navy, to which young people can respond and which will in turn assist their development of self confidence, self discipline, leadership and responsibility.

Latest Income: £74,314
Areas of Operation: North Yorkshire
Status: Registered
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Shirley And District Unit No 481 Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education

A voluntary uniformed youth organisation, open to young people aged 12 to 18 and with junior sections open to those of 10 to 12 years, regardless of sex, race or religion, and within the bounds of safety to themselves and others, to those with special needs. We have a rank structure modelled on that of the royal navy.

Latest Income: £73,734
Areas of Operation: Birmingham City
Status: Registered
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Oxford Sea Cadets T.s. Euryalus

Armed forces, Associations, Leisure

Training in the traditions of the Royal Navy for boys and grils between 10 and 18. Activities include power boating, sailing canoeing, adventure training and Offshore oportunities with the Sea Cadet offshore fleet

Latest Income: £71,697
Areas of Operation: Oxfordshire
Status: Registered
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Hospital Of Sir John Hawkins, Knight, In Chatham

Armed forces, Health, Housing

Under the Statutory Instrument of 1983 and Scheme Amendment of 1996, the provision of well maintained almshouse accommodation for the relief of needy or disabled persons who have served in the; Royal Navy, Royal Marines, WRNS QARNNS, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, Merchant Navy, Army, Royal Air Force or has been employed in HM Dockyards on the construction, maintenance, refitting or repair of HM Ships.

Latest Income: £67,993
Areas of Operation: Medway
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many navy armed forces charities are there in the UK?

There are 190 registered navy armed forces charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

Which is the largest of the navy armed forces charities by income?

The Salvation Army is the largest by latest reported annual income (£338.3m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.

What is the combined annual income of navy armed forces charities?

Navy armed forces charities reported a combined annual income of £1.1bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.

What is a typical program ratio for navy armed forces charities?

Across all navy armed forces charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 76.5%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.

What is the average annual income of navy armed forces charities?

Navy armed forces charities have an average annual income of £2.4m. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.