Help For Heroes
Notable UK charityWe work closely with the Armed Forces, other Service Charities and organisations to provide direct,practical support for our wounded, injured and sick via Help for Heroes Recovery Centres across the UK, grants to individuals, grants to other organisations and the Help for Heroes fellowships (the Band of Brothers and Band of Sisters).
Activities & Mission
We work closely with the Armed Forces, other Service Charities and organisations to provide direct,practical support for our wounded, injured and sick via Help for Heroes Recovery Centres across the UK, grants to individuals, grants to other organisations and the Help for Heroes fellowships (the Band of Brothers and Band of Sisters).
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 12% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 5% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £18,673,886 | £21,263,695 | £11,939,378 | £73,357,000 | £56,166,964 | 281 / 6 |
| 2023 | £20,395,991 | £18,539,856 | £10,095,196 | £70,635,000 | £46,604,043 | 263 / 8 |
| 2022 | £18,927,601 | £18,903,164 | £11,674,018 | £66,605,263 | £40,648,720 | 248 / 583 |
| 2021 | £18,536,524 | £36,345,006 | £29,564,458 | £68,076,303 | £22,232,211 | 251 / 1450 |
| 2020 | £24,418,141 | £30,803,674 | £22,415,354 | £82,121,776 | £17,490,569 | 331 / 1919 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Help For Heroes
What does Help For Heroes do?
We work closely with the Armed Forces, other Service Charities and organisations to provide direct,practical support for our wounded, injured and sick via Help for Heroes Recovery Centres across the UK, grants to individuals, grants to other organisations and the Help for Heroes fellowships (the Band of Brothers and Band of Sisters).
How much income did Help For Heroes report in 2024?
Help For Heroes reported total income of £18.67m and reported expenditure of £21.26m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Help For Heroes?
Help For Heroes has a program ratio of 63.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 12% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Help For Heroes registered as a charity?
Help For Heroes was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 September 2007 as charity number 1120920. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs Help For Heroes?
Help For Heroes is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sir Nigel Patrick Gray Boardman. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Help For Heroes operate?
Help For Heroes operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Help For Heroes a registered charity?
Yes — Help For Heroes is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1120920.
Details
Unit 14
Parkers Close
Downton Business Centre
SALISBURY
SP5 3RB
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