Armed forces Charities That specialise in Veterans
Discover 51 Armed forces charities that specialise in veterans. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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The Royal British Legion
Armed forcesTo safeguard the welfare, interests and memory of those who are serving or who have served in the Armed Forces. One of the largest membership organisations in the UK, recognised as the custodians of Remembrance and also run the annual Poppy Appeal.
Royal Star & Garter
Armed forces, Health, HousingProvide residential nursing care and therapy services to disabled ex-Service men and women and their partners or spouses
Royal British Veterans Enterprise Ltd.
Armed forces, Economic and community development, Education, Social welfareTo provide quality care and support to members of the ex-Service community and to help disadvantaged men and women find meaningful and sustained employment
The Victory (services) Association
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Social welfareResidential Club for Servicemen and Women both serving and ex-service and their families providing accommodation,restaurants,conference,banqueting,exhibition and social events to members and others.
Royal British Legion Poppy Factory
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, EducationThe creation of paid, meaningful employment opportunities for ex-Service people, primarily disabled, together with their disabled dependants and widows/widowers.
Church Of England Soldiers', Sailors' & Airmen's Clubs
Armed forces, Housing, Religion, Social careTo support the moral component of HM Armed Forces, particularly through the operation of amenity centres in or near military bases in the UK and overseas. To support veteran Armed Forces personnel and their dependants, usually through sheltered housing. To support the CofE in the delivery of its spiritual and charitable objectives across Defence.
The Special Air Service Regimental Association
Armed forcesTo promote the efficiency of the regiment and provide welfare in various forms, medical, training and relocation assistance, together with the organisation of reunions and communications with members.
Alexandra House (royal United Service Short Stay Residence For Service Children)
Armed forces, Beneficiary groupThe object of the trust is to provide childcare to Service, ex-Service and civilian families.The charity offers a flexible, safe and nurturing environment that takes into account the specific needs of these children and families.The charity aims to improve the lives of vulnerable young children by employing professionals to provide stability and offer high quality, continuity of care.
Queen Mary's Roehampton Trust
Armed forces, Charitable activitiesMakes grants to organisations which provide services for war disabled ex-Service personnel (and former members of the mercantile marine disabled in war) and their dependants.
Lloyd's Patriotic Fund
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Social welfareLloyd's Patriotic Fund supports serving and ex-service members of the British Armed Forces and their families, with a particular focus on those who are disabled or facing poverty, illness and hardship.
The Royal Caledonian Education Trust
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, EducationIn support of the education and wellbeing of the offspring of current and former Scottish Armed Forces personnel.
The Light Dragoons Regimental Charity
Armed forces, Social welfareThe charity exists to provide support to the members and former members of the Regiment and it's antecedent Regiments by way of offering assisstance to those in need, suffering hardship or distress by way of grants, gifts or payments for services or facilities. preserving the traditions of the Regiments and fostering espirit de corps within the serving Regiment and the Regimental Association.
King's Royal Hussars Regimental Trust
Armed forces, Social welfareThe promotion of the efficiency of Her Majesty's Army and in particular the Regiment and of any unit of the Regiment or the Regimental Association of the Regiment in such a manner as Trustees shall from time to time determine. The provision of financial assistance for former and serving members of the Regiment or former Regiments, or the dependents thereof who are in need, hardship or distress.
Alderson Disabled Ex-Service Men's Homes Trust
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Housing, Social welfareTo let 16 dwelling houses, in the first instance to disabled ex-service men who have resided in the City of Birmingham for not less than two years consecutively.The Trust may let to poor persons, giving preference to elderly persons, in the case of an insufficiency of ex-service men.
3rd Chalkwell Bay Sea Scout Group
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureA Sea Scout Group providing a huge array of activities and training, on and off the water, offering #Skillsforlife to young people aged 6 to 25 and beyond. It is a Royal Yachting Association Teaching Establishment and British Rowing Accredited delivering training to national governing body standards. The Group is Royal Navy recognised and affiliated to the Royal British Legion.
The Thales Charitable Trust
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, ResearchWe support charities where our donations create lasting impact, including encouraging young people to pursue STEM subjects, inspiring future engineers, supporting armed forces personnel & their families, & aiding community charities that promote well-being. On occasion, our Trustees use their discretion to assist other charities , so we respond effectively to diverse & emerging community needs.
Pilling Village Hall
Armed forces, Associations, Charitable activities, Facilities, LeisureThe charity provides venue in which social, recreational and educational activities can be held, an equal opportunities policy ensures equality for all.
Charities In Connection With Royal Army Pay Corps
Armed forces, Social welfareFoster esprit de corps among members of the former Royal Army Pay Corps; to relieve poverty and hardship where former personnel or their dependants find themselves in need; the commemoration, remembrance and encouragement of public recognition of the sacrifices made by members of the RAPC in the service of their Country.
Westfield War Memorial Village - Lancaster
Armed forces, Heritage, Housing, Social welfareProvision of housing namely 'Westfield Village' for the benefit of disabled and necessitious ex-service/serving members of the armed forces and dependants.To relieve persons in conditions of need and hardship where relief cannot be provided by public funds within a reasonable time. To aid and support any charitable associations or institution connected with these purposes to the same aim.
Ilkeston & District Centre For Voluntary Service, The Flamsteed Centre
Armed forces, Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, Health, Leisure, Social care, Social welfareTo provide a base for Numerous local groups; Ilkeston WI, Helen O Grady Drama, Tai Chi, Yoga, , Royal British Legion, companions group, Age Uk Strong & Steady , Survivors Of Bereavement By Suicide Support Group. Everyone Eats lunching togetherWe provide daycare for people who are experiencing memory problems, dementia, lonely and isolated. We cover the boroughs of Erewash/Amber Valley
The League Of Remembrance
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Health, Social welfareProvides companionship, welfare and modest financial assistance to widows and dependents of all who served in the Armed Forces, to retired armed forces personnel and to retired members of the nursing profession who help in a variety of ways in hospitals, hospices and other volunteer-based organisations; and to support those suffering from disability
The Regimental Charity Of The Royal Dragoon Guards
Armed forcesSupport for current and ex members of the Regiment and their dependents.
The Parachute Regimental Association
Armed forces, Social welfareTo promote the efficiency of the Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces To relieve either generally or individually persons who are serving or who have served in The Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress.The commemoration and remembrance of those members of Airborne Forces who have died while on active service
The Aldershot Church Of England Services Trust
Armed forces, ReligionFor the purpose of furthering the religious and other charitable work of the Church of England amongst members and former members of the Armed Forces of the Crown.
The Victory Trust
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Social welfareThe Charity provides a Club for ex-service men and women and their families, of Cheltenham and district, to relax and enjoy social contact with each other.The Club is in the process of development and aims to provide a first class environment for these activities
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many veterans armed forces charities are there in the UK?
There are 51 registered veterans armed forces charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the veterans 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 veterans armed forces charities?
Veterans armed forces charities reported a combined annual income of £1.2bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for veterans armed forces charities?
Across all veterans armed forces charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 72.3%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of veterans armed forces charities?
Veterans 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.