We are SSAFA

The UK's oldest national tri-service military charity.

Our vision

A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.

Our mission

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for serving personnel, veterans and their families in their time of need.

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Latest news

£1m awarded to SSAFA's GHH in first round of Op VALOUR funding 

£1m awarded to SSAFA's GHH in first round of Op VALOUR funding

27 March 2026
Tiptree Jam MD to run London Marathon for SSAFA and to honour his family's military legacy

Tiptree Jam MD to run London Marathon for SSAFA and to honour his family's military legacy

25 March 2026
Coventry veteran takes on the London Marathon for SSAFA

Coventry veteran takes on the London Marathon for SSAFA

24 March 2026