UK Military Charities & Support Organisations
Here’s a bunch of UK charities and not-for-profit groups doing solid work for veterans and their families. If you’re not sure where to start, have a look through these first. You might find exactly the kind of help—or the kind of people—you’ve been looking for. If you run a registered charity or not-for-profit that supports veterans, you can get a free spot on this site. Just check the Advertising Policy to see how it works.
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Combat StressCombat Stress has been helping veterans tackle the mental fallout of military life for over a century. They offer specialist treatment for PTSD, anxiety, and depression — from clinical therapy to peer support and recovery programmes. If the noise in your head’s still louder than the civvy world, these are the people who’ll actually get it and help you get back on your feet.
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PTSD ResolutionPTSD Resolution helps veterans, reservists, and their families sort their heads out after trauma — without the endless waiting lists or forms. You don’t need to go through your GP, and it’s completely free. They’ve got local therapists all over the UK who’ll see you fast, talk straight, and actually help you move forward.
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R.N.B.T.f you’ve ever served in the Royal Navy or Royal Marines, the RNBT’s the crew that’s still got your back. They help current and former sailors, marines, and their families with grants, care homes, and everyday support when life gets rough. Proper lifeline stuff — by Navy people, for Navy people.
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A.B.F. - The Soldiers' CharityABF The Soldiers’ Charity is the Army’s national charity. They’ve had soldiers’ backs since 1944, stepping in with quick grants when life takes a turn — whether that’s debt, housing, or recovery support. They help serving troops, veterans, and their families get back on their feet and moving forward again.
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R.A.F. Benevolent FundThe RAF Benevolent Fund looks after the whole RAF family — from those still serving to veterans and their loved ones. They help with housing, financial support, emotional well-being, and recovery after tough times. Whether it’s a grant to fix a boiler, childcare help, or a listening ear, they’ve been quietly keeping the RAF community steady for over a century.
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Royal Navy & Royal Marines CharityThe RNRMC is the official charity of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines, making sure no one who’s served gets left adrift. They fund everything from family support and recovery programmes to grants that keep veterans connected to the naval community. Whether you’re still serving or long since demobbed, they’re the crew who never leave anyone behind.
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Gurkha Welfare TrustThe Gurkha Welfare Trust looks after the men who served with the British Army in Nepal and the UK. They make sure Gurkha veterans and their families have pensions, healthcare, and decent living conditions back home. Brave as they come, loyal beyond measure — this charity makes sure they’re not forgotten.
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Blind Veterans UKBlind Veterans UK helps ex-servicemen and women who’ve lost their sight get their independence back. They provide training, equipment, and community so no one’s left isolated. Whether someone’s just starting to lose vision or has been blind for years, this lot helps them find their footing again — and reminds them they’re still part of the team.
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National Gulf Veterans and Families AssociationThe National Gulf Veterans and Families Association supports those who served in the Gulf conflicts — and the people who stood by them. They offer advice, practical help, and a community that actually understands what life after service can feel like. From health issues to housing or just needing to talk, they’re there when it matters.
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