Who We Are.
The British Army Benevolent Fund America aims to support the Army Benevolent, a UK Registered Charity, No. 211645.

The Army Benevolent Fund (ABF) is the British soldiers’ charity. Since the end of World War II we have provided financial support and practical advice to soldiers, former soldiers and their families in time of need.

Why We Exist.
The ABF provides help when state assistance is inapplicable or unable to meet the immediate need. Corps and Regimental Benevolent Funds and other smaller Service Charities also rely on the ABF for support.

Who We Help.
Every year the charity dispenses around $4.5 million in grants to individuals in need. Each case is considered on its own merit but the need can range from an electric wheelchair for a soldier’s disabled son or a stair lift for an injured former soldier to care home fees for a World War II veteran or a much needed holiday for a war widow and her young children.

Another $4.5 million a year is given to smaller charities that look after the special needs of the British Army community.

Why We Need Help.
Each year the Army Benevolent Fund needs to raise around $11 million to continue its work with members of the British “Army Family” who urgently need help. The need never diminishes.

How People in America Can help.
• Through a one-time donation or make a regular donation
• Support or arrange fundraising events
• Join a British Army Benevolent Fund America fundraising committee
• Purchase our Christmas Cards
• Make a gift in their will
• Drawing our attention to potential cases of real need. (British Army soldiers    and their families living permanently in America are eligible for support.)