Meet our Poppy Appeal collectors

From all regions, walks of life and corners of the UK, meet some of those helping to raise vital funds for the Poppy Appeal.

Volunteer Stories

Our volunteers make a huge difference to the lives of others. Find out what some of them have to say about volunteering with us.

Ken Judd

Second World War veteran Ken Judd, 97, is a resident at the Legion’s Galanos House care home which relies on donations from the Poppy Appeal to care for elderly veterans in their times of need.

London Poppy Day

Join uniformed personnel, military bands, veterans, and supporters at London Poppy Day and help us raise funds for the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal.

Volunteering FAQs

If you would like to find out more about volunteering with the Royal British Legion take a look at our FAQs.

London Poppy Day Volunteer Application 

Join uniformed personnel, military bands, veterans and supporters, at London Poppy Day and help us raise funds for the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal.

RBL urges Government to Keep the Covenant Promise

Royal British Legion urges Government to Keep the Covenant Promise to stop unfair treatment in Britain’s Armed Forces

Free Will-writing

Request a pack to use our free service to write or update your Will for with a local solicitor.

Resources to help you mark VE and VJ Day

We invite our supporters to host events in their communities to honour the service of the war generation. Discover resources and a guide to planning events.

Pets at Home

Since 2018, pet owners across the UK have helped raise over £1.55 million for the Royal British Legion by purchasing poppy-themed pet products at Pets at Home. Together, we’re showing that small everyday choices, like treating your pet, can make a big difference for veterans and their families.

Armistice Day

We observe a Two Minute silence on Armistice Day. At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month – we will remember them.

Supporter Interests Survey (donors)

Mobility equipment grants

We can also help you to get support or funding to adapt your home or receive new equipment so that you can safely and confidently get around.

Two-minute silence

On Armistice Day we invite the nation to pause for just two minutes and pay your respects to our Armed Forces community, past and present.