The Royal Naval Benevolent Trust (RNBT) provides financial assistance and support to Royal Navy and Royal Marines personnel and their families in time of need.

We are based in Portsmouth but our reach extends globally.

HOW WE HELP:

We offer financial grants, regular charitable payments, signposting to other services, advice and practical help to live a better life. We also support older veterans at our two care homes in Gillingham, Kent and Southsea, Hampshire.   

Our financial support is wide ranging and includes assistance for things like rent/mortgage arrears and rent in advance, furniture and furnishings, funeral expenses, mobility aids, fuel and energy bills, training and employment - leading to over 90% of applicants becoming re-employed. 

HOW TO ACCESS HELP:

Contact our helpline by emailing [email protected] or by calling  +44(0) 2394 216294 during office hours: Monday-Friday between 0800-1600

Contact your local RNFPS and discuss your situation and. if appropriate, they can raise the necessary paperwork on your behalf requesting financial assistance.

For grants up to £750 you can apply online via the Lightning Reach portal at www.lightningreach.org

Contact a case working organisation such as SSAFA or The Royal British Legion.     

FIND OUT MORE: Royal Naval Benevolent Trust | Royal Marine & Navy Charity