Armed forces Charities
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Royal Airforces Association, Bristol Branch
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS supportWe raise money for the" Wings Appeal "which helps the RAF family ,Veterans and their dependants.Our facilities allow veterans to meet is a safe place and meet up with other veterans.We provide monthly Veteran lunches on the Thrid Wednesday of every month.
Milton Keynes Unit 596 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupThe aim of the Sea Cadet Corps is 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.
Weston-Super-Mare Unit 359 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 Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum
Armed forces, HeritageTo educate the public and members of the Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment in the history of the Royal Hampshire Regiment and its military accomplishments; and to uphold the traditions and perpetuate the deeds of the Royal Hampshire Regiment by the preservation and public exhibition of the Regimental Collection consisting of documents, artefacts and other items of the Royal Hampshire Regiment.
The Lord Kitchener Memorial Homes Trust
Armed forces, HousingThe purpose of the charity is to provide Almshouse accommodation for people who are in need and who live (or have lived) in the Borough of Medway, with preference given to those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependents. Furthermore, the objects of the charity are such charitable purposes for the benefit of the residents as the trustee decides.
Twickenham Unit 341 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupThe aim of the Sea Cadet Corps is 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.
Plymouth (drake) Unit 270 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupPlymouth Drake Sea Cadets are a uniformed youth organisation based on the traditions of the Royal Navy. Sea Cadets range from 12-18 years with a junior section for 10-12 year olds. We also have a Marine Cadet Detachment.
Salford Sea Cadets (t S Ilex)
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupTHE AIM OF THE SEA CADET CORPS (SCC) IS TO GIVE YOUNG PEOPLE THE BEST POSSIBLE HEAD START IN LIFE THROUGH NAUTICAL ADVENTURE AND FUN.THE ETHOS AND TRADITIONS OF THE ROYAL NAVY ARE IN THE HEART OF THE SEA CADETS AND WE WILL BE GUIDED BY THE FOLLOWING VALUES:RESPECT. LOYALTY.SELF-DISCIPLINE.COMMITMENT. HONESTY AND INTEGRITY
Basildon Unit 551 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupthe aim of the sea cadets corps is 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.
Bromley Sea Cadets
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 Light Dragoons Heritage Trust (museum Of The Light Dragoons)
Armed forces, HeritageProviding information and public awareness of the Regiment it's role,achievement and local connections through interesting and innovative display of the collections thereby contributing to the projection of a positive image of the Army.
City Of London Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupSCC is a voluntary youth organisation which aims to:a. Help young people towards responsible adulthood.b. Encourage valuable personal attributes and high standards of conduct, using a nautical theme based upon the traditions and customs of the Royal Navy.The Unit is very fortunate to meet on HMS Belfast. We strive to build and maintain relationships with various bodies within the City.
Camberley Unit 477 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupThe 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.
Swindon And Royal Wootton Bassett Sea Cadets
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupOur aim to to give young people the best possible headstart in life through nautical adventure and fun, based on the traditions and customs of the Royal Navy.
Royal Marines Historical Society
Armed forces, HeritageTo inform and educate the serving Corps and the general public on the history and traditions of the Royal Marines and to initiate, support or carry out the necessary research to achieve these objectives.
Exmouth Unit 395 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureThe training of young people aged 10 yrs to 18 yrs in Royal Navy & Royal Marine activities. This includes various waterborne training, leadership, teamwork and various recreational and sporting activities.
Birmingham (sherbourne) Unit 41 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupSea Cadets aim to give young people the best possible head start in lift through nautical adventure and fun, based on the traditions of the Royal Navy
Bournemouth Unit 49 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, LeisureBuilt on the ethos and standards of the Royal Navy, Sea Cadet training focuses on water sports and seamanship (carried out on a local river, the sea, adjacent naval establishments) and soldiering skills for Royal Marine Cadets. Cadets can also take national awards such as the Duke of Edinburgh or even attain accredited qualifications in navigation, communication and management.
Parkstone Unit 265 Of The Sea Cadets Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupThe aim of the Sea Cadets is to help young people aged between 10 and 18 years 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 Fleet Air Arm Museum
Armed forces, HeritageWe 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.
Accrington And District Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupNautical youth training for boys and girls aged between 10 yrs and 18 yrs with provision for continuance into adult positions on unit staff & committees. Full training programme based along the lines of Royal Navy customs and adventerous training activities.
Cowes Unit 118 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.
Gravesend Unit 159 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupAffiliated to the Charity The Marine Society and Sea Cadets we provide young people between 10 and 18 a wide range of training and activities based on the ethos and traditions of the Royal Navy. Sea Cadets provide valuable training in life skills such as teamwork, self-respect and social responsibility.
Hastings Unit 173 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureTO PROVIDE A RANGE OF ACTIVITIES ,SPORT AND SKILLS WHICH ARE ATTRACTIVE AND ADVENTUROUS WITHIN A CARING DISCIPLINE BASED ON THE HIGH STANDARDS OF THE ROYAL NAVY, TO WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE CAN RESPOND AND WHICH WILL, IN TURN, ASSIST THEIR DEVELOPMENT OF SELF-CONFIDENCE, SELF-DISCIPLINE, LEADERSHIP AND A SENSE OF RESPONSIBILITY TO THE COMMUNITY.
Kettering Unit 199 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.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many armed forces charities are there in the UK?
There are 484 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 £1.1bn 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 76.5%. 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.