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the Armed Forces Charity, Lincolnshire Branch
the Armed Forces Charity, Lincolnshire Branch
We provide lifelong support to those who are serving or have served in the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, British Army, Royal Air Force and to their families. Founded in 1885, we’re extremely proud of our long-standing heritage and of all the work we do with inspiring people from Lincolnshire, across the UK and around the world.
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Opening times: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 09.30-12.30
Telephone number: 01476 593833
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We are open 09:00 - 17:00, Monday to Friday.
The team at SSAFA Lincolnshire is dedicated to helping veterans and their families in the local community. Our commitment is to provide support with experienced, non-judgemental and friendly advice, as well as a variety of practical services that cover a range of emotional, practical and financial issues. We are proud to say that we help our Armed Forces family whenever they need us, for as long as they need us. Here at SSAFA Lincolnshire, we have a variety of different personalities that together make our team so special.
Mark served in the R.N. for 14 years & then worked with the Army & RAF as a civilian. Volunteering with various charities for over 3 decades you can often see Mark raising awareness and fundraising for SSAFA in and around Cleethorpes where he lives.
Vic served in the RAF and completed tours in Kenya (seconded to Kenyan Air Force), Malaysia & Belize. Interests are golf, cycling and walking. Joined SSAFA in 2007 and responsible for running the Branch office, recruiting and Divisional manning.
Brian served in the RAF for 32 years which included postings to Germany, Malta, Kenya and numerous detachments worldwide. Brian decided to join SSAFA as a Caseworker and is the Branch Training Organiser and sometimes SSAFA Associate Trainer.
Andy served in the RAF Regiment for 37 years and on retirement in 2008 Andy became a SSAFA volunteer Caseworker for Boston & Sleaford Division.
Henry served with the RAF for 30 years followed by working for various Aerospace Companies for a further 8 years. He has been an active SSAFA Caseworker for 15 years and also the Branch IT Coordinator for 10 years.
We love what we do. The sense of pride you get when you know you’ve helped someone get their independence and dignity back is extraordinary. Through volunteering for SSAFA Lincolnshire, you’ll have the chance to meet some truly inspiring people, with stories you’ll never forget. You’ll also gain new skills and experiences, but most importantly, you’ll make a difference in the lives of those who have dedicated their lives, often at great sacrifice, to protect and serve our country.
You can help people in need by visiting, listening and talking to them, to work out the best ways to support them.
Our branches need you! Can you help them find volunteers by effectively utilising online and offline recruitment channels?
Help us by creating a local fundraising plan, organising events and liaising with appropriate stakeholders, helping raise funds for SSAFA.
Help us raise vital funds by representing SSAFA at local fundraising events, providing a friendly and approachable service to potential donors.
Help our divisions effectively look after their finances and accounts, using SSAFA's specialist online financial systems.
Help us by organising local events, communicating, liaising with key stakeholders and ensuring the smooth running of the branch.
A local volunteer from Lincolnshire has been awarded the prestigious Sir James Gildea Global Award for his commitment to the county’s Armed Forces community, as well as a local Gildea Award.
Michael Maidment and Mark Trainor represented SSAFA Lincolnshire Branch at the recent RAFBF Community Day
An incredible £450 was raised at the Copper Kettle Tearoom in Grainthorpe, Lincolnshire last Sunday (September 19), when owners Amanda and Mark Bennett launched the tearoom with an event in aid of SSAFA.
A new survey has shown that most of the British public regret not talking to the elder relatives, particularly about their wartime experiences.
