We work alongside a wide network of charities, services and organisations that support the Armed Forces Community. Collaboration is an important part of how we extend our reach and deliver impact.
Our External Grants programmes provide funding to not-for-profit organisations delivering meaningful support to the people we serve.
By funding expert partner organisations, we can reach beneficiaries we could not support alone and build on the knowledge and experience that already exists across the sector.
Our funding priorities are shaped by our 10-year strategy and by emerging needs within the community.
We currently do not have any programmes open for new applications. We will update this page when new funding rounds are open and encourage interested organisations to check back for updates in the new year.
Community Grants Programme
The Community Grants Programme is currently closed to new applications.
The 2025-26 round of the Community Grants Programme closed on 2nd August 2026, and we are currently in the process of finalising all the funding decisions for this round of applications. We received a high number of applications from a broad range of organisations doing some excellent work to provide the Armed Forces community with opportunities to be more connected locally. We aim to provide all organisations that applied for funding with a decision before the end of October 2026.
The Community Grants Programme provides funding for projects that help members of the Armed Forces community connect and come together in their local areas.
Through our Connect strategic pillar, we support projects that strengthen relationships, build local connections, and bring people together.
In 2026 we will be focusing on funding projects that create more opportunities for members of the Armed Forces community to connect, take part in shared activities, and feel part of their local community. The programme is delivered in partnership between Head Office and local Membership Branches.