The Veterans War - Our Mission
This is the Veterans War. It’s a war forgotten by many. But not by us. Our mission is to ensure no one is left behind in the Veterans War
People who served in our Armed Forces put their lives on the line to protect us. In many cases, they’re now paying the price with physical pain, mental trauma, isolation and more.
We work tirelessly to help them live well and find the peace they deserve. To carry on doing this we need to raise awareness of the challenges veterans and their families face, as well as vital funds. But we can’t do this alone.
Will you join our mission and help make a difference to veteran's lives?
Current campaigns
The Veterans War - Fighting for peace
Too many veterans are left to fight for the support they need; mentally, physically, financially. This isn't just their fight - it's ours too.
We stand with them every day providing life-changing support that rebuilds lives.
Help veterans find the peace they deserve.
Read more about the Veterans WarPrevious campaigns
Send a message to a veteran
Thousands of veterans spend Christmas lonely and isolated. A message of support could be a beacon of hope in the darkness.
BBC Lifeline Appeal
Our BBC Lifeline film highlights the variety of support we offer to help our Armed Forces community live well after service.
STRONG MADE STRONGER
While it takes strength to serve in the Armed Forces, it takes a different kind of strength to live life beyond injury.
Between the Lines
One in three veterans have felt suicidal in their lifetime. Many won't tell you how they are feeling, could you read between the lines?
CUT THE CLOCK
In 2019 we commissioned a study to look at how long it takes veterans to reach out for mental health support.
THE FORCE FOR GOOD
We are here for wounds both visible and hidden and believe that those who put their lives on the line for us, deserve a second chance.
FACING IT TOGETHER
In this series of Facing It Together videos, Help for Heroes beneficiaries are captured in conversation with supporters
NEVER SAY NEVER
Some veterans are living with injuries so severe that they are dependent on round-the-clock care.
40 THOUSAND STRONG
In the last 20 years, the lives of almost 40,000 men and women have been derailed by injury. Every day this number grows.
ONE LESS BATTLE TO FIGHT
In 2018, we were able to help 4,194 wounded, injured and sick individuals. But there are still thousands out there who need us.
TOGETHER, REBUILDING LIVES
This series of images, taken by Roger Keller, tells our Heroes’ stories through their tattoos.
Interesting Reads
Veterans experience on the Sporting Legends Cruise
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Ambassador Cruise Line’s Sporting Legends Cruise raises an incredible £1,874 for Help for Heroes.
Merseyside Sports Event to Celebrate Female Veterans
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Following a successful event in Merseyside last year, the Help for Heroes Community Sports Series is returning to Liverpool in March – with a simple message for women from the local area who have served in the armed forces.
Dare-devil Mother and Daughter Take on Extreme Challenge
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Jumping off a mountain 1,172 metres above sea level might seem a bit extreme to most people, but a mother and daughter, from Hull, are determined to say ‘thank you’ to Help for Heroes for making such a difference to their family.