Greenwich Hospital Pledges £245,580 to Support Sailors’ Children’s Society Grants Programme over 3-years.

The Sailors’ Children’s Society is delighted to announce a three-year funding pledge from Greenwich Hospital, which has committed £245,580 to support its Benevolence Grants Programme. This funding will enhance the vital support provided to Royal Navy and Royal Marines families, supplementing a grant awarded by the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC).

This essential funding will enable the Society to provide winter clothing grants, school uniform grants, weekly subsistence grants and special grants tailored to individual family needs. 

In addition to these direct grants, the funding supports the Society’s triage services, grants officers, and family support officers, ensuring families receive comprehensive care during difficult times as well as support to help them combat debt and improve outcomes for children and young people.

Natasha Barley, CEO of the Sailors’ Children’s Society, shared her heartfelt appreciation:
“Royal Navy and Royal Marines families sacrifice so much for our country, and we owe them our unwavering support. Thanks to this funding from Greenwich Hospital, we can ensure that if the worst should happen, we are there to provide immediate assistance, whether it’s due to injury, mental health challenges, financial crisis, or marital breakdown. This support goes beyond addressing immediate needs—it’s about helping families rebuild their lives and look forward to a brighter future.”

Deirdre Mills, Director of Greenwich Hospital, said:

“Partnering with the Sailors’ Children’s Society helps us to reach families who need our support the most, providing them with the resources to overcome challenges and build a stable and positive future. We are proud to be part of this vital initiative that reinforces our shared commitment to the wellbeing of the Naval community.”

The funding marks a pivotal moment in the Society’s efforts to ensure that no seafaring family faces hardship alone and reinforces the collaborative mission of organisations dedicated to supporting the Naval community.

For more information about the Sailors’ Children’s Society and its Grants Programme, please visit www.sailorschildren.org or contact Rio.Beeson@Sailorschildren.org.uk

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About Sailors’ Children’s Society

The Sailors’ Children’s Society has been supporting children from seafaring families since 1821, providing financial, emotional, and practical assistance to those in need. The Society’s programmes are tailored to meet the unique challenges faced by seafaring families, offering a lifeline in times of crisis.

About Greenwich Hospital

Greenwich Hospital is the single largest funder of individual, educational and welfare support to serving and former Royal Navy and Royal Marines personnel and their families.  Their well-being is central to everything we do. We work to make a real and lasting difference in their lives during military service, during the transition to civilian life and when they or their family need help and support.

For over 325 years, we have been dedicated to supporting the Royal Navy community. Founded by the Crown in 1694 to assist wounded, injured, and elderly Royal Navy sailors and their families, we have evolved to meet the changing needs of those who serve.

We provide grants, award educational bursaries and fund charitable activity in areas ranging from education, housing and health to wellbeing, employability and crisis support. We work in partnership with the Royal Navy, military charities and other relevant organisations to meet the current and future needs of the Royal Navy community. 

Total charitable spend: £6.26 m (Sept 2023-Aug 2024)

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