The Army Central Fund
The Army Central Fund promotes the efficiency of the British Army by providing charitable funds to improve the well-being of serving personnel and their immediate families. The Board considers applications from the Army and from charities that support the Army. We do not accept applications from individuals and we are not able to support the veteran community.
Activities & Mission
The Army Central Fund promotes the efficiency of the British Army by providing charitable funds to improve the well-being of serving personnel and their immediate families. The Board considers applications from the Army and from charities that support the Army. We do not accept applications from individuals and we are not able to support the veteran community.
Grants
The Army Central Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £3,088,878
- Who it helps
- children and young people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, disability, accommodation or housing, amateur sport and armed forces or emergency service efficiency
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,865,480 | £3,201,908 | £3,180,034 | £66,314,288 | £66,314,288 | 1 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,995,363 | £9,843,582 | £9,843,582 | £66,391,680 | £66,391,680 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,021,425 | £3,635,837 | £3,635,837 | £70,349,805 | £70,349,805 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,707,501 | £2,453,930 | £2,453,930 | £74,926,285 | £74,926,285 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,618,020 | £3,757,361 | £3,757,361 | £78,710,872 | £78,710,872 | 1 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Army Central Fund
What does The Army Central Fund do?
The Army Central Fund promotes the efficiency of the British Army by providing charitable funds to improve the well-being of serving personnel and their immediate families. The Board considers applications from the Army and from charities that support the Army. We do not accept applications from individuals and we are not able to support the veteran community.
How much income did The Army Central Fund report in 2025?
The Army Central Fund reported total income of £2.87m and reported expenditure of £3.20m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Army Central Fund registered as a charity?
The Army Central Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 January 1966 as charity number 245700. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The Army Central Fund?
The Army Central Fund is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Army Central Fund operate?
The Army Central Fund operates across 14 areas, including Akrotiri, Belgium, Belize and 11 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Army Central Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Army Central Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 245700.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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