Armed forces Charities
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The Society For Army Historical Research
Armed forces, Arts, HeritageThe objects of the society shall be the encouragement of army historical research, and the promotion and maintenance of regimental and military traditions including:- a) Research, (b) Quarterly Publication of a Journal contaning original articles, military manuscripts and other material, advice and encouragement to those interested including students, and a lecture programme
Shirley And District Unit No 481 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, EducationA 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.
The Aldershot Church Of England Services Trust
Armed forces, ReligionFor 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.
The Museum Of The Mercian Regiment (worcestershire & Sherwood Foresters Collection)
Armed forces, HeritageTo collect, preserve and display items relating to the History of the Regiment and to provide information to the public
Society Of Friends Of The Royal Navy Submarine Museum
Armed forces, Associations, Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionThe education of the public by promotion, support, assistance and improvement of the Royal Navy Submarine Museum, through the activities of a group of Friends.
Royal Navy Heritage Collection
Armed forcesTo provide Royal Navy Trophies to appropriate account holders
Queen Street School Preservation Trust
Armed forces, Education, Facilities, HeritageThe 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.
The Royal Air Forces Association - Cheltenham Branch
Armed forcesThe 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
Museum Of Army Music
Armed forces, Arts, Education, HeritageMilitary Museum for Army Music
The Victory Trust
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Social welfareThe Charity provides a Club for ex-service men and women and their families, of Cheltenham and district, to relax and enjoy social contact with each other.The Club is in the process of development and aims to provide a first class environment for these activities
Portland Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, EducationYOUTH ORGANISATION FOR 10 TO 18 YR OLDS WHO RECIEVE TRAINING BASED ALONG THE THE STRUCTURE OF THE ROYAL NAVY.
Derby And Derbyshire Disabled Soldiers Settlement
Armed forces, Charitable activities, Social welfareTO APPLY IN RELIEVING EITHER GENERALLY OR INDIVIDUALLY DISABLED EX-SERVICEMEN BORN IN THE COUNTY OF DERBYSHIRE OR RESIDENT THEREIN AND THEIR DEPENDANTS WHO ARE IN CONDITIONS OF NEED, HARDSHIP OR DISTRESS BY MAKING GRANTS OF MONEY OR PROVIDING OR PAYING FOR ITEMS, SERVICES OR FACILITIES CALCULATED TO REDUCE THE NEED, HARDSHIP OR DISTRESS OF SUCH PERSONS.
Trafford Sea Cadets
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupTo provide and maintain equipment and premises in accordance with the policies of the Sea Cadet Corps, the aim of which is: "To help young people towards responsible adulthood and to encourage them to reach their potential by developing valuable personal attributes and high standards of conduct, using a nautical theme based on the customs and traditions of the Royal Navy".
The Ravc Welfare & Benevolent Fund
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Social welfare(1) To promote the efficiency of the Royal Army Veterinary Corps by fostering esprit de corps, comradeship, welfare & preserving traditions. (2) Relief of past & present members of the RAVC & their dependents in need by virtue of financial hardship, sickness or effects of old age by grants, loans, gifts, pensions or otherwise.
Malvern Unit 582 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupTo give young people the best possible head start in life through nautical adventure and fun, based on the traditions and customs of the Royal Navy.
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.
Leicester And Leicestershire War Memorial Foundation
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Heritage, HousingTo build, equip, endow & maintain dwelling houses for disabled or otherwise afflicted Leicestershire veterans of the Armed Forces, Merchant Navy and Civil Defence forces of The Crown, their families and dependents.
Ipswich Opportunity Group
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, Childcare, EducationSupport for families of pre-school children with additional needs. 3 sessioins a week held at the Salvation Army Hall, 558 Woodbridge Road, Ipswich. Appropriate play activities for pre-school children with a wide range of additional needs. Support for parents/carers.
The Duke Of Lancaster's Regiment Lancashire Infantry Museum
Armed forces, HeritageSafe Guard the Museum collections, training, research and education
The International Guild Of Knot Tyers
Armed forces, Arts, Associations, Beneficiary groupWe promote and teach the skills-craft of knotting and associated crafts to members of the public (retired groups -WI, youth groups-scouts, guides, army/sea cadets). We hold a library of knot books for reference, for public use. We publish (quarterly) a knotting magazine. We maintain a website including a forum for information exhange including tutorials.
Tenby Unit 453 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary groupTo give young people the best possible start in life through nautical adventure & fun, based on the traditions of the Royal Navy
The Fovant Badges Society
Armed forces, Charitable activitiesThe Fovant Badges Society carries out work to maintain and preserve the regimental crests on the Chalke Valley Downs, Wiltshire, thereby furthering the education of the public and promoting "esprit de corps".
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.
First Blofield And Brundall Sea Scout Group
Armed forces, Associations, Economic and community development, Education1st Blofield and Brundall Sea Scout Group is a Scout Group with Beaver, Cub & Scout sections. The Group is recognised by the Royal Navy. The group has a partnership agreement with Dreadnought Explorer section.Scouting provides skills for life: for school, college, university, the job interview, the important speech, the tricky challenge and the big dreams.
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.