Armed forces Charities
Discover 1,151 Armed forces charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Army Sailing Association
Armed forces, LeisureThe promotion of efficiency of the Armed Forces by the provision and support of sailing activities and facilities for the well-being of service personnel. This is delivered through Offshore sailing, dinghy sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing specifically at the Army Indoor Sailing Training Centre (South) based at Thorney Island
Royal Artillery Institution Limited
Armed forces, Charitable activitiesThe promotion of the efficiency of the Royal Regiment of Artillery and the Officers, Warrant Officers and Other Ranks thereof through making grants to regiments and individuals in support of regimental affairs.
Turn To Starboard
Armed forces, LeisureTurn to Starboard uses RYA sailing courses and sailing experiences to support retired and serving UK Armed Forces personnel who have been affected by their service . Our focus is on re-integration, re-engagement and providing tangible experiences, expert training and career building opportunities, all in a supportive and unique environment.
Royal Naval Sailing Association
Armed forces, LeisureThe RNSA is a Service Sports Association that delivers the sport of sailing and associated activities for the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and their associated Reserve Forces. We operate across the UK and aim to get Service men and women of all sailing abilities actively engaged in our sport. We passionately believe sailing is an ideal vehicle for improving personal skills and military efficiency.
Unit Institute Fund, Commando Training Centre Royal Marines (uif Ctcrm)
Armed forces, LeisureProvides amenities, entertainment and facilities for the personnel of the unit not otherwise provided by the public purse and also to promote military efficiency and well being.
Army Air Corps Charity
Armed forcesTHE PURPOSE OF THE ARMY AIR CORPS CHARITY IS TO PROVIDE THE PRACTICAL AND FINANCIAL MEANS WHEREBY THE ARMY AIR CORPS CAN DISCHARGE ITS CHARITABLE OBLIGATIONS TO PAST AND PRESENT MEMBERS OF THE CORPS AND THEIR DEPENDANTS.
The President Of The Regimental Institute (pri)
Armed forces, LeisureThe promotion of the efficiency of the Armed Forces of The Crown by the provision and support of Mess, social, sporting and other facilities for the efficiency and wellbeing of servicemen and servicewomen.
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund
Armed forces, Social welfareRestricted and endowed funds of Charity no 1081009
Royal Navy Winter Sports Association
Armed forces, LeisureArmy Winter Sports Association
Armed forces, LeisureThe AWSA's task is to encourage service personnel to participate in Winter Sports; to develop skills in a chosen sport; to test themselves in demanding conditions, thereby fostering self-discipline, fitness, courage and teamwork. Winter Sports contribute directly to military output & fighting spirit, are an essential part of decompression from ops and remain an element of the moral component.
Naval Under Fives (eastern Area)
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide day care for children of service families to advance the development & education of pre-school children. Provide a safe, healthy, happy, stimulating environment. Assist the development of children through structured free play & meet the requirements of Ofsted & the local educational authorities.
Firstlight Trust
Armed forces, Beneficiary groupA grass-roots charity enabling ex-Service and ex-Emergency personnel and their families rebuild their lives.
The White Ensign Association Limited
Armed forces, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, EducationNaval charity which supports all serving and former members of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and RFA, including dependants. A non-grant giving organisation, the Association helps personnel in matters including Armed Forces pensions and compensation, civilian employment and personal welfare and administration, giving guidance at an individual level. Delivers an extensive lecture programme.
The Grenadier Guards Charity
Armed forcesProvision of funds to aid both serving and non serving soldiers and their dependents
Royal Navy Rugby Union
Armed forces, Charitable activities, LeisureThe over-riding aim is to 'promote and foster' the game of rugby within the Naval Service by: Promoting the physical efficiency of members of the Naval Service by providing facilities and other encouragement to participate in the game of rugby football; Making grants for charitable purposes; Promoting amateur sport.
Greenview Nursery
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationGREENVIEW PRE SCHOOL PROVIDES PRE SCHOOL AND CRECHE FACILITIES FOR THE BENEFIT OF SERVING SOLDIERS FAMILIES.
The Royal Naval Pre School Learning Organisation [western Area]
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationTo provide quality childcare facilities to service & civilian families both in times of peace & through conflict. Ensuring all children are safe, secure & stimulated through activities provided through play.
President Of The Regimental Institution Of The Infantry Training Centre
Armed forces, LeisureTo provide facilities, amenities and funding that improves and promotes the comfort, well being andeducation of military personnel. Also to promote social, sporting, adventure and team activities.
The Ramc Charity
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, ResearchThis Charity is for serving, ex-serving and families of the members of the Royal Army Medical Corps (RAMC). The objects of The RAMC Charity are: To promote the of the Army and in particular the RAMC in such charitable ways, including; maintaining contact with present and past members, fostering esprit de corps, to provide relief for those in need and to promote military medical research.
The Royal Naval Association
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, HealthThe RNA is a rank-blind membership organisation primarily for serving and former serving RN personnel and the wider naval family, who are proud of their Naval Service. We seek to maintain the naval ethos and enjoy sharing experiences with like minded people while supporting each other in times of need. The mission of the RNA is to foster camaraderie through events, comms and welfare support.
The Royal Air Force Winter Sports Alpine Association
Armed forces, LeisureThe purpose of the Association is to provide opportunities for serving RAF personnel to participate in winter sports. There are two key annual events organised by the Association, the RAF Alpine Championships, which are held at Saalbach-Hinterglemm each year and the indoor Championships held in the UK in the autumn.
The Special Air Service Regimental Association
Armed forcesTo promote the efficiency of the regiment and provide welfare in various forms, medical, training and relocation assistance, together with the organisation of reunions and communications with members.
Hoplite Fund
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, Social careThe Hoplite Fund assists serving members, their families and veterans of the Regiment. The object is to provide the support, facilities, and activities to enhance the health, well being and welfare needs of our people. This includes facilitating respite breaks, enabling counselling services and routinely endorsing one-off grants to meet immediate needs in times of personal crisis.
Welsh Guards Charity
Armed forces, Charitable activities, Heritage, Social welfareTo promote the efficiency of the Welsh Guards, to commemorate or remember members or former members of the Welsh Guards, to relieve persons serving or who have served in the Welsh Guards in need, hardship or distress, to advance the education of the public in the history, deeds, traditions and role of the Welsh Guards.
The Rifles Regimental Trust
Armed forces, Charitable activitiesa. To promote the efficiency of the Regiment in such ways as the Trustees many descide: and b. to support such other charitable purpose or purposes of or conected with the Regiment or the forming Regiments including making grants to The Rifles benevolent Trust as the Trustees may from time to time descide.
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.