Armed forces Charities
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Unit Institute Fund Royal Marines Poole
Armed forces, Associations, Leisure, Social welfareThe charity is for providing and assisting service personnel to more effectively perform their roles within the Armed Forces of the Crown by providing and supporting social activities, sporting and adventure training and associated facilities.
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.
Skaterham
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Heritage, Leisure, ReligionA youth facility primarily run as a skatepark and housed in the former Caterham Army Barracks Guards Chapel, a grade II listed building.
RAF Marham Officers' Mess
Armed forces, Charitable activities, LeisureThe promotion of military efficiency by the provision and support of social, sporting and other facilities for the efficiency and well-being of the members of the Officers' Mess. The objects also extend to making grants to any activity which in the opinion of the trustees is in furtherance of the objectives of the charity.
The Staffordshire Regiment Museum Trust
Armed forces, HeritageThe Trust through a Museum and associated activities connects the public with its Army by telling the story of The Staffordshire Regiment, its forebears and successors, and their impact on world history and modern society.
President Of The Regimental Institute (pri) Fund MOD A Block 1
Armed forcesTHE PRI IS A SERVICE (NON-PUBLIC) FUNDS ACCOUNT ESTABLISHED BY THE REGIMENT FOR THE GOOD AND BENEFIT OF ALL RANKS, REGARDLESS OF SERVICE. IT OBTAINS ITS FUNDS FROM A VARIETY OF SOURCES AND PROJECTS BUT MAINLY THROUGH THE RAISING OF ANNUAL, ONE OFF SUBSCRIPTIONS FROM MEMBERS OF THE REGIMENT. IT WILL EXPEND MONEY ON ITEMS AND SERVICES CONSIDERED TO BE FAIR CHARGE TO THE ACCOUNT.
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.
United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association
Armed forces, LeisureThe UKPSA advances the amateur sport of practical shooting and dynamic marksmanship through instruction and practice in the use of firearms in competition. It develops shooting skills in His Majesty's subjects so that they are better fitted to serve their country in the Armed Forces, Territorial Army or any other organisation in which their services may be required in the defence of the realm.
Style For Soldiers
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Health, Social welfareHOSTING FOUR REUNIONS A YEAR FOR FORMER PATIENTS OF HEADLEY COURT MILITARY REHABILITATION HOSPITAL COMPLEX TRAUMA UNIT, AND THEIR FAMILIES, THE ONLY SUCH EVENTS IN THE UK. THE CHARITY BEGAN BY PROVIDING BESPOKE CLOTHING & WALKING STICKS TO HELP WITH SELF ESTEEM AND A NEW 'UNIFORM' POST MEDICAL DISCHARGE. VITAL SUPPORT CONTINUES LONG AFTER THEIR DISCHARGE FROM HEADLEY COURT AND THE ARMED FORCES.
The Soldiers Of Gloucestershire Museum
Armed forces, HeritageThe Soldiers Of Gloucestershire Museum exists to collect, conserve & display objects relating to The Gloucestershire Regiment & The Royal Gloucestershire Hussars, for the benefit of the citizens of Gloucestershire, Bristol and the general public, in particular the collections are used in support of the national curriculum and furtherance of study of the military history of Gloucestershire.
Officers' Mess RAF Cosford
Armed forcesOperation of a mess of HM Forces
The Military Intelligence Museum
Armed forces, HeritageThe primary objective is to uphold the traditions of the Int Corps and perpetuate its deeds. To be one of the most exciting and intriguing military museums in the country by sharing the secret of military intelligence with a wide audience and educating future generations. To connect our past with our future and present bringing cost-effective and measurable benefits to the army and the nation.
Christ Army Charismatic Ministries
Armed forces, ReligionReligious and community integration activities
The Fusiliers Museum Of Northumberland
Armed forces, Arts, HeritageTo hold the regimental collection, preserving, safeguarding and displaying the articles to their best possible advantage.To apply funds at their disposal to acquire uniforms, medals, pictures, books, manuscripts, maps, documents and other articles suitable to enhance the collection.To uphold the traditions of the regiment.
Landguard Fort Trust
Armed forces, HeritagePROVIDING VISITORS WITH THE HISTORY OF LANDGUARD FORT WHICH IS PART OF THE HERITAGE OF ENGLAND INCLUDING EXHIBITIONS OF THE LIVES AND WORK OF THE SOLDIERS WHO LIVED THERE THROUGHOUT THE PERIOD 1750 TO 1956 INCLUDING EXHIBITIONS OF GUNS, DEVELOPMENT OF THE FORT AND RECREATIONS OF LIVING AND WORKING CONDITIONS.
President Of The Regimental Institute 1st Battalion Scots Guards
Armed forces.
Royal Air Force Microlight Flying Association
Armed forces, LeisureThe RAF Microlight Flying Association provides flying training and facilities for students to sit the practical and theory examinations leading toward the award of a CAA accredited National Private Pilot's Licence. For qualified members, the Association provides aircraft and facilities to allow members to develop their flying skills in a controlled land suitably structured environment.
Hounslow Men's Shed
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Health, Social welfareHMS is an independant local charity, operating under the umbrella of Men's Sheds Uk, who run workshops where members can undertake practical engineering and craft activities within a social environment to avoid issues of social isolation and depression.
RAF Wittering Sergeants' Mess
Armed forcesTHE PROMOTION OF EFFICIENCY OF THE ARMED FORCES OF THE CROWN BY THE PROVISION AND SUPPORT OF FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES FOR THE EFFICIENCY AND WELL-BEING OF SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Hms Nelson Leisure And Amenities Fund
Armed forces, LeisureTo promote the efficiency of the Royal Navy
Royal Air Force Halton Apprentices Association (old Haltonians)
Armed forcesTo provide moral and welfare support to all personnel who served as RAF Aircraft Apprentices. To provide support in the form of donations to Service Charities and charitable organisation local to RAF Halton. To provide a continuing means of contact between ex RAF Aircraft Apprentices.
The Cheshire Military Museum
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, HeritageMuseum dedicated to life and times of soldiers of The Cheshire Yeomanry, The 22nd (CHESHIRE) Regiment, The Mercian Regiment and C Sqn RMLY Exhibits show history of regiments raised in Cheshire spanning 3 Centuries.Assists in research for individuals tracing family history.Extra commemmorative exhibitions throughout the year.
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
Sergeants' Mess RAF Benson
Armed forcesThe promotion of efficiency of the armed forces of the Crown by the provision and support of facilities and activities for the efficiency and well-being of Service Personnel
Armed Forces Parliamentary Trust
Armed forces, HousingThe Armed Forces Parliamentary Trust provides the overarching governance to the running of the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme. The Scheme, which runs annually, gives an insight into military life for all 3 single Services - Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force. The desired output is better informed Members and subsequent debates of both Houses of Parliament.
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.