Officers' Association Benevolent Fund

Supporting former military officers & their families since 1920. Just launched: Cost of Living Grant.

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

A brilliant day had by all at the Hon Reps roadshow 2023. An opportunity to reflect on the year, share learnings and most importantly, say a big thank you for the invaluable work carried out by our dedicated team of voluntary Hon Reps. Find out more:

https://t.co/Z2qmMUxAHn

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Our CEO Lee Holloway, awarding Sub Lt Timothy Harding RN with the Officers’ Association sword at the Summer Passing Out Parade at the Britannia Royal Naval College in Dartmouth. Lee is pictured with Rear Admiral Steve Moorhouse RN, to the right of Sub Lt Timothy Harding .

#OA

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Date for your diary! The BIG Sleep is being held on Fri 6th Oct at The Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich raising much-needed funds for homeless veterans.

Find out more & sign up:
https://t.co/KurxrAiKWJ

@AlabareUK
@H4V_Alabare
#LetsEndHomelessness #ThisIsMyBedTonight

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Our CEO Lee Holloway celebrating X-Forces Enterprise's (XFE) 10th anniversary by closing the London Stock Exchange. XFE is the UK's largest business support organisation for the Armed Forces community.

Find out more: https://t.co/FZzY9O8mOK

#XFE10 #MilitaryInBusiness #OA

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Find out more about joining LGF - an incredible Fund for serving and former Officers, protecting their family and dependants in the event of unexpected illness or injury.

https://t.co/pgaHRmVy0d

[Lady Grover @ladygroverfund]

Become part of the LGF family and access financial grants to help cover the cost of unexpected injury or illness. Join today for as little as £50 per year, yes year!

Find out more:
https://t.co/n43xawOk2O

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

A fabulous day was had by all at Armed Forces Day in Falmouth this weekend. Military parades, flypasts and a wonderful performance from the Culdrose Military Wives Choir. What was your highlight?

#SaluteourForces @ArmedForcesDay #armedforcesday #armedforcesday2023

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

A beautiful day in Falmouth to mark the start of the Armed Forces Day celebrations. For a full line up of events, visit:

https://t.co/jfjTHz4rwU

#ArmedForcesDay #Falmouth #Cornwall #ArmedForcesDay2023

[Waterloo Uncovered @DigWaterloo]

Ever wondered what it's like to take part in a Waterloo Uncovered excavation? Read a new case study from @OfficersAssoc this #WaterlooWeek to find out more! https://t.co/oSghKa5Yqh

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

We're celebrating #WaterlooWeek and the anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo in 1815 - 208 years ago. Read the story of our OA beneficiary who took part in the @WaterlooUncovered archaeological dig:

https://t.co/wvxWXHkIAv

#waterloo #battleofwaterloo @TaxiCharity #OA

[Armed Forces Day 🇬🇧 @ArmedForcesDay]

🇬🇧 2 Days until Armed Forces Day! 🇬🇧

Whether you're planning a small gathering, reaching out to a veteran, or participating in the national event, let's make this day a memorable one for those who serve and protect us.

#ArmedForcesDay

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Marking the 75th anniversary of the HMT Empire Windrush arriving in Britain on 22 June 1948. On board were more than 800 passengers from the Caribbean, including more than 100 serving and former Armed Forces personnel.

#Windrush #Windrush75 #WindrushGeneration

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Wishing William, Prince of Wales a very happy 41st birthday today. Pictured here with 60-year-old Big Issue seller, Dave Martin, who showed him the ropes when he volunteered to sell the Big Issue last year.

#PrinceofWales #HappybirthdayPrinceofWales #HappyBirthdayWilliam

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Full lineup announced for Armed Forces Day in Falmouth this Sat 24th June. Military parades, RAF Falcons parachute drop, family entertainment and a 'Last night of the Proms' style concert. Find out more:

https://t.co/q6ZfR7htPn

#SaluteourForces @ArmedForcesDay

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

King Charles' first Trooping the Colour as monarch and the first to ride on horseback for over 30 years. King Charles, flanked by William the Prince of Wales, Prince Edward and Princess Anne, brought back a tradition enjoyed by the late Queen until 1986.

#TroopingtheColour

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Farewell Hercules - thanks for your incredible service!

#GoodbyeHercules #RAF #OA #LadyGrover #EndofanEra

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Live footage from yesterday's Hercules Farewell Flypast across the four nations of the UK. Quite the sight to see! Were you near any of the flypasts?

Farewell Hercules!

#HerculesFarewell #Hercules #RAF #OA #military #Militarymoments

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Don't miss the Hercules Farewell Flypast happening today across all four nations of the United Kingdom. The flypast marks the forthcoming retirement of the Hercules from RAF service. Check the map to see if you're near the flight path.

Farewell Hercules!

@RoyalAirForce

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Loneliness can affect us all. We're supporting #LonelinessAwarenessWeek hosted by @marmaladetrust - encouraging people to get talking & remove the stigma.

Read our free factsheet on how to deal with loneliness: https://t.co/p1s0WhpMsw

#OA #Loneliness #Military

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

Our CEO, Lee Holloway & his wife Henriette attending Founder's Day at the Royal Hospital Chelsea this week. Celebrating the founding of the Royal Hospital by King Charles II. This year's event was attended by the King of the Belgians.

#FoundersDay @RHChelsea

[Officers' Association Benevolent Fund @OfficersAssoc]

We're supporting #WorldOceanDay. Together we can turn the tide, curb the climate crisis and
protect biodiversity worldwide.

Find out more at: https://t.co/JmdqVfZlMt

#OceanClimateAction #30x30 #OA #LadyGrover