The Brotherhood Charity was founded by veterans, serving members of the Armed Forces and people with professional experience in mental health and social care.

We began as a small group of people who came together to support veterans who were struggling with their mental health and finding it difficult to access the help they needed. By combining our military experience, professional knowledge and shared commitment to helping others, we were able to provide practical support, reassurance and a sense of connection.

As more people became aware of our work, we began receiving requests for support from veterans and Armed Forces families, while also attracting volunteers who wanted to contribute their time, skills and experience. What started as a small informal group has continued to grow into an organisation committed to providing responsible, compassionate and practical support to the Armed Forces community.

 

Why “The Brotherhood”?

Within the Armed Forces, brotherhood represents far more than gender. It describes the bond created through service, shared experiences, loyalty, trust and the commitment to stand beside one another during difficult times.

For us, that bond includes everyone who serves or has served, regardless of sex, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or background.

The name reflects the principle that nobody who has served should have to face hardship, isolation or poor mental health alone. It does not mean that our support is limited to men.

The Brotherhood Charity welcomes and supports both men and women from across the Armed Forces and veteran community, together with their families and dependants where appropriate.

 

What We Do

We aim to support members of the Armed Forces community who may be experiencing hardship, poor mental health, social isolation or difficulty adjusting to life during or after service.

Depending on individual circumstances, available resources and eligibility, our support may include:

• listening and peer support;

• help identifying suitable professional services;

• assistance accessing welfare, housing and benefit support;

• practical help during periods of financial hardship;

• support for veterans and families experiencing isolation;

• signposting and referrals to specialist organisations; and

• community activities that promote connection, confidence and wellbeing.

Where someone requires clinical, emergency or specialist support, we help them identify and access the most appropriate qualified service. We are not a replacement for emergency, medical or statutory services.

 

Our Values

Our work is guided by the values associated with service:

Loyalty — standing by members of our community when they need support.

Respect — treating every person with dignity, compassion and fairness.

Integrity — being honest, responsible and accountable in everything we do.

Inclusivity — ensuring that people feel welcome and supported regardless of their identity or background.

Service — using our collective experience to make a meaningful difference to others.

 

Our Commitment

We are committed to building a safe, inclusive and trustworthy organisation that listens to the people it supports.

We recognise that asking for help can be difficult, particularly within communities where people are accustomed to appearing strong and self-reliant. Our aim is to create an environment in which individuals feel heard, respected and able to seek support without judgement.

Service may end, but the bond does not. At The Brotherhood Charity, nobody stands alone.