Armed forces Charities
Discover 459 Armed forces charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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The Nash Charity
Armed forcesRestricted to soldiers sailors and airmen wounded or disabled in war.
The Royal Air Forces Association Leyland And District Branch
Armed forcesWelfare or serving and ex-serving Air Forces people and their dependants
King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry Regimental Museum
Armed forces, Charitable activities, HeritageTo provide funds for enlargement of regimental collection
Lichfield And Bilston Drill Halls Trust Fund
Armed forces, Associations, Charitable activitiesManaging Trustees make grants, at their discretion, to selected TA Units based within the County of Stafford (including those Units in the geographical area of the former County of Stafford) and the Staffordshire Army Cadets Force for such charitable purposes as are calculated to further their miliotary efficiency by improving the facilities and amenities of training and service.
The Royal Air Forces Association - Wolverhampton And District Branch
Armed forces, Beneficiary groupDuring the year the Branch financed a range of activities for the Association and was involved with the supervision of welfare payments to ex-servicemen and their families in the Wolverhampton area.
Wisbech Unit 373 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, AssociationsInvolving the Sea Cadets in vocational projects, marine experience in small boats, and encouraging them to attend courses offered by the Royal Navy
The Army Records Society
Armed forces, HeritageThe object of the Army Records Society is to edit and publish manuscripts relating to the Army and to reprint works of military interest.
The Mayoress' Fund For Discharged Servicemen And Women
Armed forces, Beneficiary groupPayments to sick or needy ex-service men or women who reside in the City of Coventry.
King's Lynn Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureTRAINING AND RECREATION FOR YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN AS PART OF A NATIONAL YOUTH ORGANISATION IN THE TRADITION OF THE ROYAL NAVY.
Drill Hall Charity At Stretford Road, Manchester
Armed forcesTo provide facilities for furthering the efficiency of units of The Army Reserve Forces in the County Palatine of Lancaster.
Caterham Unit 72 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, HeritageTo help make young people good citizens through the medium of waterbourne and adventure activities following the history and tenets of the Royal Navy
Gloucester Unit 155 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe Aim of the Sea Cadet Corps is to help young people towards responsibleadulthood by encouraging valuable personal attributes and high standards of conduct, using anautical theme based on the customs of the Royal Navy. Activities include community based work, pulling (rowing), sailing, shooting, drill, Expedition Training, football, swimming, kayaking, power boating.
The Royal Air Forces Association Bognor Regis Branch
Armed forcesTo provide advice, support & practical help to serving & ex-RAF personnel and their partners. Achieved through an acredited network of honorary welfare officers with branch support.To provide membership of an association of ex-RAF personnel and their spouses. Welcomes associate members who support the aims and activities of the RAF Association.
Qdg Heritage Trust
Armed forces, HeritageMuseum exhibition has now been incoroprated into the new Firing Line Museum at Cardiff Castle. Research and conservation has continued throughout the year.
Warrior Preservation Trust Limited
Armed forcesThe preservation of HMS Warrior 1860, a major UK national maritime asset. The presentation of the ship to the public for their benefit and education.
Stroud Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupWe aim 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.
Wallsend Unit 345 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureYouth organisation for young people using the themes of the Royal Navy. Activities: Adventure training, sailing, boating, power boating, ships visits, canal holidays, drill, seamenship.
The Q A R N N S Association
Armed forces, Health, Social welfareTo further the efficiency of the Queen Alexandra's Royal Naval Nursing Service for the public benefit by fostering esprit de corp amongst its members and by providing relief for past and present members and their dependants who are in need, hardship and distress.
Seaham Unit 299 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, LeisureOffering 9 to 17 year olds life-changing nautical adventure based on the customs and traditions of the Royal Navy. Opportunities include Rowing, Sailing, Power-boating, Kayaking, Adventurous Training, Seamanship,Cooking, Team-building and many more.
Enfield Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupTo 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.
The Herefordshire Light Infantry Museum Trust
Armed forces, HeritageThe Herefordshire Light Infantry Museum collects, documents, conserves, exhibits and interprets items relevant to the history of the Regiment.
Royal Air Forces Association - Manchester & District Branch
Armed forcesWelfare of serving and ex-serving Air Forces people and their dependants
Hoylake And West Kirby Sea Cadets
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupTo help young people towards responsable adulthood by encouraging valuable personal attributes and high standards of conduct, using a nautical theme based on the customs of the Royal Navy.
Kendal Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupWe are an independent youth charity, affiliated to the Marine Society and Sea Cadet's National Charity. We train cadets in waterborne activities within a disciplined environment based on the customs and traditions of the Royal Navy.
Barry Unit 24 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportWe aim to give young people the best possible start in life through nautical adventure and fun based on the customs and traditions of the Royal Navy.We are a volunteer led organisation offering a unique bland of activities and experiences which results in nationally recognised qualifications which improve their chances in work& the community & helps their personal development.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many armed forces charities are there in the UK?
There are 459 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 £1.2bn 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 72.3%. 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 £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.