Families & the Gabriel Fund
The Kitchener Fund
Life can be difficult and unpredictable at times, and it is just as important for the families of our Sappers to be able to access support when they need most. The REA may be able to offer direct benevolence assistance through The Kitchener Fund, which aims to provide educational assistance to dependent children between the ages of 0-25. To apply for the Kitchener Fund, please click on the link below.
External Support
There are also a wide range of organizations that are dedicated to helping the families with a variety of difficulties that they may be experiencing. Below you will find links to these organizations and information about how they may be able to assist our Sapper families.
SSAFA
Support Available
SSAFA pledge to work internally within the 4,000 strong organization of welfare advisors and trained volunteers, and collaboratively with external partners to provide the support that families need. Whether it’s financial, practical or emotional, SSAFA will provide the right kind of support, ensuring independence and dignity is protected at all times.
The needs of serving those serving and of veterans are becoming more diverse as the world and military landscape changes. SSAFA work hard to make sure our services are flexible. They constantly adapt them to fit with people that they support and what they need. This means SSAFA can offer everyone they assist with a range of tailored services to help them navigate life in and beyond the military.
How to Contact
web: https://www.ssafa.org.uk
telephone: 0800 260 6767
Army Families Federation
Support Available
The AFF are committed to doing their upmost to help Army families with any issues they may be experiencing including housing, education/childcare, deployments, financial matters, home life, employment/training, health issues, disability, and many more.
Army families are able to contact their local AFF Regional Lead to help with any local issues, and if necessary, they will be referred to one of the specialists who work within the AFF to get more specific advice and support.
How to Contact
web: https://aff.org.uk/
email: contact@aff.org.uk
telephone: 01264 554004
Home Start
Support Available
With over 45 years of experience in helping families, Home Start offers support for communities all across the UK and beyond. Home Start assigns an experienced volunteer from the organization to spend a dedicated two hours per week with families who may be struggling with parenting, mental health problems, physical health problems, bereavement, financial problems, partner separation, disabilities and many other potential difficulties.
Home Start’s trained volunteers are available to help in many different ways, from one-to-one sessions, group support sessions, and referral to other local specialist support networks.
How to Contact
web: https://www.home-start.org.uk
email: info@home-start.org.uk
telephone: 0116 464 5450
ABF: The Soldiers’ Charity
Support Available
From helping wounded soldiers to adapt to life after service, to assisting elderly veterans to keep their independence, ABF are here for the Army family when they need. They offer support in six key areas: independent living, elderly care, education and employability, mental fitness, families and housing.
How to Contact
Web: https://soldierscharity.org/
Email: info@soldierscharity.org
Phone: 0207 901 8900
The Gabriel Fund
The Gabriel Fund is a program designed to assist individuals in pursuing career training, especially in challenging circumstances. This fund provides financial support for individuals seeking formal education or training at recognized organisations such as universities or colleges. For example, we are currently sponsoring an individual through pilot training in collaboration with Wings for Warriors. Additionally, we have supported another individual in completing a master’s degree at Warwick University. These beneficiaries have all faced life-changing injuries, and the Gabriel Fund aims to help rebuild lives through education and training opportunities. To apply complete this form.