On the battlefield and beyond, our soldiers and veterans make unimaginable sacrifices. Since 1944, the Army Benevolent Fund has been here to support soldiers and veterans in times of need. These are some of their stories. Text ABF to 70470 to donate just £5. armybenevolentfund.org/ #ForSoldiersForLife

Registration is now live for our last ever Operation Bletchley mission. Starting on 1st January 2027, this mission will take you through Soviet territory. Decrypt vital intelligence about the blockade, crack codes as you go and help bring our stranded contacts back to HQ. Lets make this final mission the best one yet. Join us for 2027 now: events.armybenevolentfund.or… #ForSoldiersForLife #operationbletchley #thefinalmission

This October, we mark 25 years since British Armed Forces first deployed to Afghanistan. As the Army’s national charity, we recognise their service, remember the sacrifice, and reflect on the lasting legacy of a campaign that affected thousands of military personnel, and their families, in the UK and overseas. Although military operations have ended, the impact of the Afghanistan conflict continues to be felt by veterans and families today, and the ABF is and will remain steadfast in its support for all of those who are in hardship or need. Today we're sharing Alix's story. Alix was eight years old when her father, Captain Mark Hale, was killed by an IED while serving in Afghanistan. At the time, our charity stepped in to support Alix and her family, giving her, her sister, and her mother, some sense of continuity. Alix is now a passionate ambassador for the ABF. Find out more about our Afghanistan commemoration here: bit.ly/4zsOfpP #ForSoldiersForLife #rememberingafghanistan

This October, we mark 25 years since British Armed Forces first deployed to Afghanistan. As the Army’s national charity, we recognise their service, remember the sacrifice, and reflect on the lasting legacy of a campaign that affected thousands of military personnel, and their families, in the UK and overseas. While serving in Afghanistan in 2012, Stewart's vehicle was hit by a roadside bomb and hurled into a ditch. The blast left him with a brain injury, resulting in partial sight and hearing loss. Stewart was later diagnosed with PTSD and left the Army after 13 years of service. As Stewart adjusted to life after service, our charity provided a grant towards the purchase and installation of CCTV cameras at his home. The added security helped give Stewart peace of mind and supported him in rebuilding his daily routine. Read more stories here. 👉 armybenevolentfund.org/comme… #ForSoldiersForLife #Afghanistan

Join us on 7 November at Durham Cathedral for the Durham Festival of Remembrance 2026. Featuring music, readings and moments of reflection, this special evening will honour the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces community while supporting soldiers, veterans and their families. Find out more and get tickets here. 👉 armybenevolentfund.org/event… #ForSoldiersForLife #Remembrance

World-renowned chef and restaurateur Robert Irvine will return for his 13th Cateran Yomp in 2027, as the @rirvinefound begins a new three-year sponsorship of the event. Robert will also continue as Executive Head Chef, a role he first took on in 2026 as part of his growing commitment to ABF. Participants can look forward to even more delicious meals to keep them fuelled through one of Scotland's toughest endurance challenges. A huge thank you to @RobertIrvine and the Robert Irvine Foundation for their incredible support and commitment to the Army family. #GetYourYompOn #CateranYomp #ForSoldiersForLife #RobertIrvineFoundation

Serjeant George Pas served as a Reservist with 6th Battalion The Rifles for more than 14 years, completing two operational tours of Afghanistan before a serious road traffic accident left him paralysed from the chest down and reliant on a wheelchair for mobility. With support from the ABF, George now enjoys greater independence and freedom through an all-terrain mobility aid funded by the charity. Read George's full story: armybenevolentfund.org/stori… #ForSoldiersForLife

This October, we mark 25 years since British Armed Forces first deployed to Afghanistan. As the Army’s national charity, we recognise their service, remember the sacrifice, and reflect on the lasting legacy of a campaign that affected thousands of military personnel, and their families, in the UK and overseas. Alix was just eight years old in 2009 when her father died while serving with 2 RIFLES in Afghanistan. Our charity supported Alix and her family with a three-year grant to cover the cost of her school fees before Mark was repatriated back to his family in Northern Ireland. This commitment by the charity meant that Alix was supported until she finished prep school, thus ensuring minimal upheaval to her routine and education at such a tragic time. Read more stories here: bit.ly/4zsOfpP #ForSoldiersForLife #RememberingAfghanistan

This October, we mark 25 years since British Armed Forces first deployed to Afghanistan. As the Army’s national charity, we recognise their service, remember the sacrifice, and reflect on the lasting legacy of a campaign that affected thousands of military personnel, and their families, in the UK and overseas. Although military operations have ended, the impact of the Afghanistan conflict continues to be felt by veterans and families today, and the ABF is and will remain steadfast in its support for all of those who are in hardship or need. Today we're sharing Rick's story. A former Sergeant, Rick served with 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment until life-changing injuries sustained in Afghanistan ended his Army career. With support from the ABF, including funding towards home adaptations and a specialist wheelchair, Rick has gone on to regain his independence and rebuilt the active life he feared he had lost. Find out more about our Afghanistan commemoration here: bit.ly/4zsOfpP #ForSoldiersForLife #rememberingafghanistan

Looking for a meaningful way to mark Remembrance while supporting the Army family? Our limited-edition Remembrance poppy pin badge is a simple way to show your support. Every badge purchased helps raise vital funds for soldiers, veterans and their families. Purchase yours today for just £10, while stocks last. #ForSoldiersForLife #Remembrance armybenevolentfund.org/limit…

This October, we mark 25 years since British Armed Forces first deployed to Afghanistan. As the Army’s national charity, we recognise their service, remember the sacrifice, and reflect on the lasting legacy of a campaign that affected thousands of military personnel, and their families, in the UK and overseas. Mark was shot in the neck while serving in Afghanistan, leaving him with devastating injuries. Despite the predictions of his doctors, Mark was determined to overcome his injuries and learn to walk again. Find out more: bit.ly/4zsOfpP #ForSoldiersForLife #rememberingafghanistan

Join us on Wednesday 18th November for a special evening with Tim Bouverie. Author of Allies at War: The Rivals Who Defeated Hitler, and winner of the 2026 Pol Roger Duff Cooper Prize, Tim joins us for an Autumn lecture within the historic surroundings of Wellington Barracks. Use the code LECTURE10 to get 10% of your lecture ticket now: register.enthuse.com/ps/even… #ForSoldiersForLife

This October, we mark 25 years since British Armed Forces first deployed to Afghanistan. A former Sergeant, Rick served with 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment until life-changing injuries sustained in Afghanistan ended his Army career. With support from the ABF, including funding towards home adaptations and a specialist wheelchair, Rick has gone on to regain his independence and rebuilt the active life he feared he had lost. Find out more: bit.ly/4zsOfpP #ForSoldiersForLife #rememberingafghanistan

This October, we mark 25 years since British Armed Forces first deployed to Afghanistan. As the Army’s national charity, we recognise their service, remember the sacrifice, and reflect on the lasting legacy of a campaign that affected thousands of military personnel, and their families, in the UK and overseas. Although military operations have ended, the impact of the Afghanistan conflict continues to be felt by veterans and families today, and the ABF is and will remain steadfast in its support for all of those who are in hardship or need. Vicky served for 19 years as a combat medical technician in the RAMC and reached the rank of Sergeant. Following her last tour in Afghanistan, Vicky was diagnosed with PTSD and medically discharged. After visiting the Welfare Office of our partner charity, Royal British Veterans Enterprise (RBVE), Vicky was provided with a new home in its veteran village in Kent, with financial support from the Army Benevolent Fund. Find out more about our Afghanistan commemoration here: bit.ly/4zsOfpP #ForSoldiersForLife #rememberingafghanistan

Soldiers, veterans, and their families will continue to receive practical and emotional support during some of life’s most challenging circumstances, thanks to our grant of £214,229 to the Defence Medical Welfare Service. Our funding will contribute towards a network of 22 welfare services operating in areas of greatest need, as well as the charity’s national helpline service, which provides support to those unable to access face-to-face services. Find out more. 👉 armybenevolentfund.org/suppo… #ForSoldiersForLife

Savour the last of the autumn weather with 🍂 With NGS, you can visit open gardens all around the country, and in doing so, support the Army Benevolent Fund. We're grateful for regular funding from NGS, which allows to continue helping those who need it most. Find a garden near you: findagarden.ngs.org.uk/ #ForSoldiersForLife #nationalgardenscheme

This October, we mark 25 years since British Armed Forces first deployed to Afghanistan. As the Army’s national charity, we recognise their service, remember the sacrifice, and reflect on the lasting legacy of a campaign that affected thousands of military personnel, and their families, in the UK and overseas. Although military operations have ended, the impact of the Afghanistan conflict continues to be felt by veterans and families today, and the ABF is and will remain steadfast in its support for all of those who are in hardship or need. Whilst serving in Afghanistan in 2009, Gregg stepped on an IED, sustaining life-changing injuries and becoming a double amputee. Determined to rebuild his life, Gregg learned on social media about the ABF’s support for veterans, and went on to study at the Open University with the Disabled Veterans Scholarship Fund (DVSF). Today, Gregg has completed his degree, going on to study a Master's and a PhD, and is a Paralympic gold medalist. Find out more about our Afghanistan commemoration here: bit.ly/4zsOfpP #ForSoldiersForLife #rememberingafghanistan

We are delighted to announce that, for this year's Remembrance Day, @Clogaujewellery will once again be supporting the Army Benevolent Fund through sales of its limited-edition pin badges. Now in its third year of supporting the ABF, Clogau has already raised an incredible £129,180 through sales of its Remembrance Day pin badges, helping to support soldiers, veterans, and their families. These timeless pieces will once again be sold in aid of the Army Benevolent Fund in the lead-up to Remembrance Day on 11 November 2026. Find out more and buy yours here ➡️ armybenevolentfund.org/limit… #ForSoldiersForLife #Remembrance

This October, we mark 25 years since British Armed Forces first deployed to Afghanistan. As the Army’s national charity, we recognise their service, remember the sacrifice, and reflect on the lasting legacy of a campaign that affected thousands of military personnel, and their families, in the UK and overseas. Although military operations have ended, the impact of the Afghanistan conflict continues to be felt by veterans and families today, and the ABF is and will remain steadfast in its support for all of those who are in hardship or need. Today we're sharing Mark's story. Mark was shot in the neck while serving in Afghanistan, leaving him with devastating injuries. Despite the predictions of his doctors, Mark was determined to overcome his injuries and learn to walk again. Today, Mark has achieved his goal of walking again, and is a passionate fundraiser for our charity. Find out more about our Afghanistan commemoration here: bit.ly/4zsOfpP #ForSoldiersForLife #rememberingafghanistan

Today is #WorldFoodDay 🍽️ Last year, we awarded £177,500 to the Royal Commonwealth Ex-Services League (RCEL), helping provide two meals a day for veterans and widows living in poverty across 23 Commonwealth nations. One of those veterans is Corporal Frank Masiyano, from Malawi, who served with the King's African Rifles during the Malayan Emergency. Today, our grant helps Frank buy food and maintain his quality of life in later years. Together, we're ensuring veterans across the Commonwealth can live with dignity and security. #WorldFoodDay #BlackHistoryMonth #ForSoldiersForLife

For some injured veterans and wounded service personnel, leaving the Army or adapting to life after injury can lead to feelings of loneliness, isolation, and a loss of camaraderie. To help address these challenges, our charity has awarded a grant of £85,000 to @thenotforgotten. Our funding will contribute towards a varied programme of events and activities, including sporting challenges, respite breaks and much more. Read the full story. 👉 armybenevolentfund.org/comba… #ForSoldiersForLife