ABF Soldiers Charity in Wales
The ABF Soldiers Charity in Wales is based at Maindy Barracks in Cardiff, South Wales. Our local team, Peter Davies and Catherine Hawtin, work with our marvellous volunteers and supporters across the length and breadth of Wales. The ABF Soldiers Charity in Wales aim to deliver a variety of fantastic events and help fundraise and raise awareness of the great work that ABF The Soldiers’ Charity does in Wales, and the wider UK.
ABF The Soldiers’ Charity is the Army’s national charity, here for soldiers, former soldiers and their families for life. We stand at the forefront of support for the Army family, last year supporting 60,000 people in 63 countries around the world. As one of the largest funders in the sector, we award grants to individuals and families, and fund leading organisations that support soldiers, former soldiers, and their families. When we hear of a person or family in need, we aim to respond within 48 hours. From helping wounded soldiers to adapt to life after service, to assisting elderly veterans to keep their independence, we’re here for the Army family when they need us. We offer support in six key areas: independent living, elderly care, education and employability, mental fitness, families and housing. All soldiers, veterans and their immediate families should have the opportunity to avoid hardship and enjoy independence and dignity.
- Our total charitable expenditure was £8.3 million, ensuring a complete spectrum of support to more than 60,000 members of the Army family.
- We have supported the British Army family all over the world – in 63 countries this year.
- The youngest person we supported was two years old, the eldest was 103.
- We funded 43 other charities and organisations that are providing specialist support to the Army family.