Armed forces Charities That specialise in Veterans
Discover 169 Armed forces charities that specialise in veterans. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Fighting With Pride
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Social welfareTo relieve need, hardship or distress among lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender former members of the Armed Forces of the Crown and their dependents within the United Kingdom.
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 Tobacco Pipe Makers And Tobacco Trade Benevolent Fund
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Research, Social welfareWe are a grant-making charity, focusing on: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts, culture, heritage or science; the relief of those in need because of youth, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage; charities with stong links to the City of London Livery movement; and charities relating to current or former members of the Armed Services.
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.
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.
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.
Royal College Of Defence Studies (rcds) Officers' Mess
Armed forces, EducationSUPPORT TO ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL.
Naval & Military Bible Society LTD
Armed forces, Saving of livesThe Society distributes copies of the Bible, New Testaments and Psalms and illustrative material to the United Kingdom armed forces personnel and their associates, to the forces of the Commonwealth and other nations, all merchant seafarers, United Kingdom police, fire and rescue services and others.
Veterans In Communities
Armed forces, Beneficiary groupVeterans in Communities is an ex-services charity based in East Lancashire. Established in September 2012, VIC supports ex-service personnel, their families and members of the uniformed services who have experienced difficulties re-integrating with the community on returning to civilian life.
Ukaf Rugby Football Club
Armed forces, LeisureRugby Union Training & Matches for Armed Forces personnel
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.
The Block, Armed Forces Foundation
Armed forces, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Social welfareWe are a Liverpool Combined Authority based charity helping Armed Forces personnel, service leavers and veterans get access to mental health support, wellbeing, treatment and employment. We work with the local authorities very closely by supporting the most vulnerable cases including those who suffer with Complex PTSD, chronic homelessness, addiction and those who are escaping domestic violence.
The D-Day Revisited Society
Armed forces, Associations, Charitable activities, HeritageThe relief of former members of the Armed Forces of the Crown who served during WWII. The commemoration of those who died while on active service, through an annual visit to Normandy for veterans of the D-Day landings. The education of the public, especially younger generations, in the history of WWII in particular through the memories of veterans.
Defence Academy Athletics Union
Armed forces, LeisureThe Athletics Union continues to grow and attract new members by providing sporting opportunities and instruction for Armed Forces personnel.
Soldiers Off The Street
Armed forces, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Social welfareTHE RELIEF OF CHARITABLE NEED OF HOMELESS EX-SERVICE PERSONNEL, IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY BY THE PROVISION OF CLOTHING, FOOD AND REHABILITATION, INCLUDING ADVICE ON POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER, ALCOHOLISM, DRUG ABUSE, HOUSING AND EMPLOYMENT
Wetherby Town Hall CIO
Armed forces, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, ReligionMunicipal Building located in the centre of Wetherby which is used by local community and charity groups to raise money for their particular charity. This building is also for various Royal British Legion functions and Church Groups.
Siward James And Arkwright Trust Charity
Armed forces, HousingThe charity is established to provide almshouse accommodation to:1) persons who are resident or have at some time resided in the area of benefit,2) ex-service personnel, or3) aged or infirm persons who are resident or have at some time resided in the area of benefit.
Viscountess Barrington Homes For Disadvantaged Ex-Service Personnel CIO
Armed forces, Housing, Social welfareHousing
The Centre For Military Justice
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Social welfare, SocietyThe charity provides a range of legal services to current and former members of the Armed Forces, or their bereaved families, where there has been bullying, sexual harassment, sexual or domestic or racist abuse, violence or neglect. The charity undertakes educational and outreach work within and relevant to the Armed Forces, promoting the rule of law, human rights and access to justice.
The Oppo Foundation
Armed forces, Education, Social welfareTo relieve financial hardship, need, suffering and distress amongst veterans of all branches of the armed forces and their partners, spouses and dependants.To promote the resettlement and rehabilitation of former armed forces personnel into the civilian community.. To advance education and vocational training for former armed forces personnel .
St Mary's Church Swansea
Armed forces, Charity and VCS support, ReligionThe church as a charity raises money for Christian Aid, Royal British Legion (Remembrance Day), Armed Forces, Bishop's appeals (various). Missionary work via the Church and the benefice as a whole.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many veterans armed forces charities are there in the UK?
There are 169 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 £1.6bn 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 72.7%. 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 £1.2m. 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.