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Armed forces Charities

Discover 1,151 Armed forces charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.

1,151
Charities
£1,602,476,404
Total Income
£1,208,504
Avg Income
72.7%
Program Ratio

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

Wardroom Mess Fund, Hms Sultan

Armed forces, Leisure

THE PROVISION OF LEISURE AND DOMESTIC AMENITIES AND SUPPORT OF SOCIAL AND SPORTING LIFE WITHIN THE RESOURCES AVAILABLE. TO PROMOTE THE MILITARY EFFICIENCY AND WELL BEING OF NAVAL AND OTHER SERVICE PERSONNEL SERVING IN HMS SULTAN

Latest Income: £156,659
Areas of Operation: Hampshire
Status: Registered
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The Fleet Air Arm Museum

Armed forces, Heritage

We collect and maintain for public display and examination, aircraft, related documents and general exhibits, predominantly related to the Royal Naval Air Service and the Fleet Air Arm.

Latest Income: £155,505
Areas of Operation: Somerset
Status: Registered
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The Thales Charitable Trust

Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Research

We 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.

Latest Income: £155,000
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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The Queen's Royal Hussars President Of The Regimental Institute

Armed forces, Leisure

The Charity's object is the promotion of the efficiency of the Armed Forces of the Crown. It does this by the provision and support of social, sporting and other facilities for the efficiency and well-being of personnel with the QRH.

Latest Income: £153,840
Areas of Operation: Wiltshire
Status: Registered
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The Royal Air Force Air Defence Radar Museum

Armed forces, Heritage

The Charity runs a museum open to general public during the Spring to Autumn season. The museum operates from freehold premises owned by the charity, the land and buildings formerly being part of RAF Neatishead, Norfolk. These authentic and atmospheric buildings include the Cold War Operations Room and over 20 other exhibit rooms telling the story of the development of radar,

Latest Income: £151,821
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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Burgoyne Heights Playgroup

Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education

PRE-SCHOOL FOR AGES 2 YEARS UP. OPEN TO ALL AREAS IN DOVER AND SURROUND BUT MAINLY SUPPLYING PLACES TO CHILDREN FROM THE BURGOYNE HEIGHTS AREA, AND TO SERVING ARMY COMMUNITY BASED IN BURGOYNE HEIGHTS MARRIED FAMILY QUARTERS.

Latest Income: £151,600
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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The Officers' Mess Fund, Commando Training Centre Royal Marines

Armed forces

The Charity's object *the Object) is " the promotion of efficiency of the armed forces fo the Crown by the provision and support of faciclities and activities for the efficiency and well-being of Service personnel".

Latest Income: £150,418
Areas of Operation: Devon
Status: Registered
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Royal Air Force Golf Association

Armed forces, Leisure

Amateur Sport

Latest Income: £150,186
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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RAF Odiham Officers' Mess

Armed forces

RAF Odiham Officers Mess

Latest Income: £148,530
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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South & West Yorkshire Wing Atc

Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Society

The objectives of the Air Training Corps are:a. To promote and encourage among young people a practical interest in aviationand the Royal Air Force.b. To provide training which will be useful both in Service and in civilian life.c. To foster the spirit of adventure and to develop the qualities of leadership andgood citizenship.

Latest Income: £147,954
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Royal Corps Of Army Music Trust

Armed forces, Arts

Charity for Army musicians both serving and retired.

Latest Income: £147,385
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Pilling Village Hall

Armed forces, Associations, Charitable activities, Facilities, Leisure

The charity provides venue in which social, recreational and educational activities can be held, an equal opportunities policy ensures equality for all.

Latest Income: £146,040
Areas of Operation: Lancashire
Status: Registered
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The Block, Armed Forces Foundation

Armed forces, Economic and community development, Education, Health, Housing, Social welfare

We 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.

Latest Income: £145,950
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Amber's Army

Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Health

We are committed to creating memories and experiences that will last a lifetime for the WHOLE family not just the poorly child. We are also there to provide emotional support. Families are either referred to us by Norfolk Hospitals or Hospices or can self-refer. We then begin to work with the family and build a relationship with the WHOLE family to ensure that no family member is excluded.

Latest Income: £145,493
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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Warrant Officer's, Senior Rate's And Senior Non-Commissioned Officer's Mess Hms Nelson

Armed forces

To Promote Military Efficiency

Latest Income: £142,889
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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Central Amenities Fund, Hms Sultan

Armed forces, Leisure

The provision of leisure and domestic amenities and support of social and sporting life within the resources available. To promote the military efficiency and well being of Naval and other Service personnel serving in HMS SULTAN.

Latest Income: £141,211
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Army Museums Ogilby CIO

Armed forces, Heritage

AMOT exists to represent, support and promote the Regimental and Corps museums of the British Army. Founded in 1954, the network includes over 140 Army museums and collections. Members can access funding, training and events. We provide specialist advice on governance, collections, audience and research, and represent Army museums to the wider heritage sector and external organisations.

Latest Income: £141,054
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Army Gliding Club (wyvern)

Armed forces, Leisure

(1) To promote the efficiency of the Armed Forces of the Crown in particular, but not exclusively, by providing facilities for, and promoting participation in, gliding and soaring by members of the British Army (and other members of the Armed Forces) in order to:(a) develop individual skills, resilience and confidence;(b) encourage esprit de corps; and(c) promote the health and welfare

Latest Income: £140,099
Areas of Operation: England
Status: Registered
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RAF Brize Norton Flying Club

Armed forces, Leisure

Providing service men and women, regardless rank or trade the opportunity of learning to fly at the lowest cost. This is achieved by enabling members to:a. Gain a private Pilot's license (PPL).b. Maintain a PPL.c. Pleasure flying.d. Further training such as IMC and night ratings

Latest Income: £139,356
Areas of Operation: Oxfordshire
Status: Registered
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The Central Amenities Fund, Hms Drake

Armed forces, Charitable activities

GRANTS TO SERVICE INDIVIDUALS AND SERVICE ORGANISATIONSFUNDING OF AMENITIES

Latest Income: £139,049
Areas of Operation: Cornwall
Status: Registered
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Army Cycling Union

Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Leisure

The Army Cycling Union (ACU) is dedicated to promoting cycling as a means of physical fitness, camaraderie, and mental well-being among soldiers, veterans, and their families. Our activities encompass a diverse range of initiatives designed to inspire, engage, and support our military community through the sport of cycling

Latest Income: £139,019
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Warrant Officer's & Snco's Mess RAF Cranwell

Armed forces

This fund was established for the benefit of service personnel to promote military efficiency.

Latest Income: £136,225
Areas of Operation: Lincolnshire
Status: Registered
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Royal Air Force Sailing Association

Armed forces, Leisure

Assisting in the provision of sailing

Latest Income: £135,164
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Royal Air Force Rugby Union

Armed forces, Leisure

THE RAF RUGBY UNION PROMOTES THE EFFICIENCY OF HM FORCES BY INCREASING PHYSICAL FITNESS, FOSTERING ESPRIT DE CORPS AND RAISING MORALE OF MEMBERS OF THE RAF AND OTHER SERVICES, IN PARTICULAR (BUT NOT BY MEANS OF LIMITATION), THROUGH THE PROMOTION AND ENCOURAGEMENT IN THE PLAYING OF, FURTHERANCE OF ITS PROPER ADMINISTRATION AND PROVIDING OR ASSISTING IN THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES FOR RUGBY UNION.

Latest Income: £135,109
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many armed forces charities are there in the UK?

There are 1,151 registered armed forces charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

Which is the largest of the 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 armed forces charities?

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 armed forces charities?

Across all 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 armed forces charities?

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.