Veterans' Foundation

Veterans' Foundation Providing funds for projects that support British Armed Forces veterans in need. Please do not post content that:

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The formal objects of the Veterans' Foundation are as follows:

To assist people who are serving or who have served in the British Armed Forces and their dependants by advancing any lawful charitable purpose at the discretion of the trustees and in particular, but not exclusively, to make grants to other charities who assist serving and former members of the armed forces and their dependants who a

re in need. We envisage support going to improve the lives of veterans in need by:

Reducing homelessness
Increasing employment
Providing welfare and medical support
Increasing confidence and social integration
Reducing dependence on drugs and alcohol
Supporting other charitable activities that may be needed

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Not every battle ends when the uniform comes off.For some veterans, memories of service remain long after they return ho...
21/08/2026

Not every battle ends when the uniform comes off.

For some veterans, memories of service remain long after they return home — often unseen by those around them.

Today, and every day, we remember that supporting our veterans means standing by them beyond their years of service.❤️

Join us in celebrating those who have served, and continue to serve. 🇬🇧Photos: Dianne, Mark, Tom and Ross
21/08/2026

Join us in celebrating those who have served, and continue to serve. 🇬🇧

Photos: Dianne, Mark, Tom and Ross

Today, we pause to remember Lance Corporal Jordan Dean Bancroft of 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment, who l...
21/08/2026

Today, we pause to remember Lance Corporal Jordan Dean Bancroft of 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment, who lost his life while serving in Afghanistan on this day in 2010.

We will remember him. 🌹

Artist: Kev Wills MBE

🎂 A very happy 100th birthday to Second World War veteran Ken Pusey! 🇬🇧Ken was just 18 and serving with the Royal Engine...
21/08/2026

🎂 A very happy 100th birthday to Second World War veteran Ken Pusey! 🇬🇧

Ken was just 18 and serving with the Royal Engineers when, in December 1944, he and his comrades tossed a coin to decide whether to visit the Cinema Rex in Antwerp or head to a nearby club for a pint of Guinness.

The coin came down in favour of the Guinness. Shortly afterwards, the Cinema Rex was struck by a German V2 rocket, killing hundreds of people.

More than 80 years later, Ken marked his 100th birthday with another pint of the black stuff, surrounded by family and friends. 🍺

Reflecting on his remarkable life, Ken says: “Life can change in an instant and you must appreciate every day.”

A wonderful milestone for one of those who served during the Second World War.

Happy 100th birthday, Ken! 🎉

Ken Pusey, who dodged death in 1944 while serving with the Royal Engineers, toasted the milestone with a pint of the black stuff - more than 80 years after it saved his life

On this day in 1918, the Second Battle of the Somme began. 🕯️From 21 August to 3 September, Allied forces fought across ...
21/08/2026

On this day in 1918, the Second Battle of the Somme began. 🕯️

From 21 August to 3 September, Allied forces fought across the Somme as part of a series of offensives that would help bring WW1 towards its end.

More than a century later, their service remains part of our shared history. We will remember them.🌹

Private Hatherall with his party now move away from the Bath Unit, having had a shower and been supplied with clean clot...
21/08/2026

Private Hatherall with his party now move away from the Bath Unit, having had a shower and been supplied with clean clothes during WW2.

No 5 Army Film & Photographic Unit, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

20/08/2026

Lest we forget.❤️

Today, we remember Paul McAleese of 2nd Battalion The Rifles (2 RIFLES), who was killed in Afghanistan on this day in 20...
20/08/2026

Today, we remember Paul McAleese of 2nd Battalion The Rifles (2 RIFLES), who was killed in Afghanistan on this day in 2009.

Our thoughts are with Paul’s family, friends and all those who served alongside him.

Artist: Kev Wills MBE

Rocket apparatus rehearsal and demonstration near Ballyclare, Co Antrim, given by the 82nd Chemical Warfare Company, 6th...
20/08/2026

Rocket apparatus rehearsal and demonstration near Ballyclare, Co Antrim, given by the 82nd Chemical Warfare Company, 6th Chemical Warfare Group, Royal Engineers. Royal Engineers erect the rocket apparatus for the demonstration.

Bainbridge (Lt), War Office official photographer, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Celebrating Eileen Nearne and her extraordinary contribution during WW2. ❤️Her courage, determination and commitment to ...
20/08/2026

Celebrating Eileen Nearne and her extraordinary contribution during WW2. ❤️

Her courage, determination and commitment to those she served alongside left a powerful legacy.

Today, we honour her service and remember her place in our shared history.

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