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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.

Bridgwater Unit 517 Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group

To 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.

Latest Income: £71,620
Areas of Operation: Somerset
Status: Registered
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Centurion Fund

Armed forces

1. Provide support to RAF Regt events, projects, property and engagement that meet the requirements of the Fund's Objectives.2. Support the RAF Regt in the management and insurance of its silver and property.3. Any other activity that the Committee and Board of Trustees consider falls within the remit and gift of the Centurion Fund to fulfil in accordance with its Objectives.

Latest Income: £70,703
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Mrs F B Laurence's Charitable Trust

Armed forces, Social welfare

The stated object of the charity in its Deed of Trust is to provide for the benefit of the Royal National Lifeboat Instituion, King George's Fund for Sailors, Stock Exchange Benevolent Fund, Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund and such other charitable objects or institutions as the trustees in their absolute discretion think fit.

Latest Income: £70,682
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Soldiers' Arts Academy

Armed forces, Education

To relieve the needs of those in need, by way of serving and ex-serving military personnel and their dependants who have suffered or are suffering physical, mental and/or psychological injuries from their time in service through: (a) the provision of an avenue for learning and developing arts skills and accessing work opportunities; (b) creating a long term community, and mentoring.

Latest Income: £70,337
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Royal Navy (roman Catholic) Trust

Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Religion

The Trust facilitates the faith practice of Roman Catholic members of the Navy, their families and those other Service personnel who wish to associate. It enables Chaplains to provide the best pastoral care and resources, and to engage people more deeply with the moral component of their military responsibilities. It supports the pastoral ministry of the Bishop of the Forces to those same people.

Latest Income: £68,789
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Old Royal Naval College Chapel Fund

Armed forces, Arts, Education, Religion

Support for the maintenance of religious services and music in the Old Royal Naval College Chapel of St Peter & St Paul, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NN. Regular donations to local and international charities.

Latest Income: £68,658
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Hospital Of Sir John Hawkins, Knight, In Chatham

Armed forces, Health, Housing

Under the Statutory Instrument of 1983 and Scheme Amendment of 1996, the provision of well maintained almshouse accommodation for the relief of needy or disabled persons who have served in the; Royal Navy, Royal Marines, WRNS QARNNS, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, Merchant Navy, Army, Royal Air Force or has been employed in HM Dockyards on the construction, maintenance, refitting or repair of HM Ships.

Latest Income: £67,993
Areas of Operation: Medway
Status: Registered
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Genesis Impact

Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Education

A CHRISTIAN YOUTH CLUB. HOSTS WEEKLY MEETINGS TO IMPACT VALUES AND RAISE LEADERS FOR TOMORROW. HOSTS SUMMER SCHEMES. HELP SCHOOLS AND CHURCHES WHO HAVE PROBLEMS WITH CHILDREN AND YOUTHS ALIKE

Latest Income: £67,696
Areas of Operation: Bexley
Status: Registered
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Lincolnshire's Lancaster Association Limited

Armed forces, Charity and VCS support, Heritage, Leisure

To create interest and raise funds to maintain, preserve, restore and display the Lancaster Bomber "City of Lincoln" and any other aeroplanes and objects of historical interest associated with the Lancaster or the Royal Air Force for the benefit of the public and as a memorial to Bomber Command personnel during the 1939-1945 war.

Latest Income: £63,893
Areas of Operation: Lincolnshire
Status: Registered
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6 Regiment Rlc- President Of The Regimental Institute (pri) Fund

Armed forces, Heritage, Leisure, Religion

Activities such as:Sporting entrance fees,Sporting equipment purchase,Team building and cohesive events,Prizes for sporting and professional competitions,Providing memorials,Support to charities,Cathartic events and the Regimental Chapel,Military History and Battlefield Studies,Adventurous Training.

Latest Income: £63,587
Areas of Operation: England
Status: Registered
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Royal Army Dental Corps Association

Armed forces, Social welfare

PROMOTES THE EFFICIENCY OF THEARMY BY MAINTAINING CONTACT BETWEEN PAST AND PRESENT MEMBERS OF THE ARMYDENTAL SERVICE, FOSTERING FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN THEM, FOSTERING ESPRIT DE CORPS, COMRADESHIP ANDWELFARE OFTHE ARMY DENTAL SERVICE AND PRESERVING ITS TRADITIONS.

Latest Income: £63,417
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Friends Of Langham Dome

Armed forces, Associations, Charitable activities, Heritage

The objects of the CIO are:1. To preserve and maintain for the public benefit the Scheduled Ancient Monument known as Langham Dome at Cockthorpe Road, Langham, Norfolk.2. To advance the education of the public in the history of Langham Dome and the R.A.F Airfield at Langham.

Latest Income: £62,728
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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Shirley And District Unit No 481 Of The Sea Cadet Corps

Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education

A voluntary uniformed youth organisation, open to young people aged 12 to 18 and with junior sections open to those of 10 to 12 years, regardless of sex, race or religion, and within the bounds of safety to themselves and others, to those with special needs. We have a rank structure modelled on that of the royal navy.

Latest Income: £62,213
Areas of Operation: Birmingham City
Status: Registered
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Central Amenities Fund Hms Collingwood

Armed forces

Activities for the benefit of military personnel based at HMS COLLINGWOOD.

Latest Income: £62,051
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Aldershot Church Of England Services Trust

Armed forces, Religion

For 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.

Latest Income: £62,035
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Royal Naval Association (southend On Sea Branch)

Armed forces

Provide facilities for comradeship & welfare for members of the Association & also some local community groups. Make donations to ex-service charities & some local charities when our finances permit.

Latest Income: £62,007
Areas of Operation: Southend-on-sea
Status: Registered
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The Gloucester (1682) Charitable Trust

Armed forces, Charity and VCS support, Heritage, Housing

The Gloucester (1682) Charitable Trust is an independent charity set up in 2023 to raise funds to secure the heritage future of the wreck of HMS Gloucester, conserve the historic artefacts rescued from the site, create a permanent home for the artefacts to be displayed and enjoyed by the public, and to encourage research into 17th century maritime history and the lives of those on board.

Latest Income: £61,409
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Murphy's Army

Armed forces

Celebrating and supporting the invaluable contributions of service animals, past, present, and future. We provide vital support to service animals both active and retired, ensuring they receive care, welfare, training, protection, and support tailored to their needs. We commemorate their sacrifices and achievements while promoting their welfare and legacy for generations to come.

Latest Income: £60,993
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Society Of Friends Of The Royal Navy Submarine Museum

Armed forces, Associations, Charitable activities, Heritage, Religion

The education of the public by promotion, support, assistance and improvement of the Royal Navy Submarine Museum, through the activities of a group of Friends.

Latest Income: £60,830
Areas of Operation: Scotland
Status: Registered
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Queen Street School Preservation Trust

Armed forces, Education, Facilities, Heritage

The Trust manages the Wilderspin National School, focused on the life of Samuel Wilderspin, which has museum status and is an educational, heritage and community centre for the people of Barton, visitors, schools and educational historians. The Trust also manages The Joseph Wright Centre, the former Salvation Army Citadel next door, which is being developed into a venue for the performing arts.

Latest Income: £59,336
Areas of Operation: North Lincolnshire
Status: Registered
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Royal Navy Heritage Collection

Armed forces

To provide Royal Navy Trophies to appropriate account holders

Latest Income: £59,330
Areas of Operation: England
Status: Registered
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Sergeants' Mess RAF Shawbury

Armed forces

The Sergeants Mess assists in providing the Royal Air Force personnel with the necessary skills to carry out their contribution to the Defence of the UK. The Mess is established for the benefit of Service Personnel to promote military efficiency which underpins esprit de corps and team working to face challenges and dangers associated with military service.

Latest Income: £58,239
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Truro Community Property Trust

Armed forces

To provide and assist ex and serving armed forces personal and their dependants and the local community with help by providing equipment and financial help.

Latest Income: £58,000
Areas of Operation: Cornwall
Status: Registered
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The Royal Air Forces Association - Cheltenham Branch

Armed forces

The Branch appoints a Hon Welfare Officer to deal with the provision of welfare to those in the area by dispensing welfare and information throughtout the year. The Association participated in the yearly Wings Appeal Fund. The Branch provides social activites and events for members of the Branch

Latest Income: £57,367
Areas of Operation: Gloucestershire
Status: Registered
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Museum Of Army Music

Armed forces, Arts, Education, Heritage

Military Museum for Army Music

Latest Income: £57,093
Areas of Operation: Richmond Upon Thames
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.