NAAFI Fund

Overview

Who can apply

Army, Air and Naval units and their personnel are encouraged to apply for funding for projects that improve the quality of life for serving personnel and their families living on or near an Armed Forces base or station in the UK or overseas.

Eligibility

Open to Army, Air, and Naval units and personnel. Charities and other organisations are not eligible to apply for this programme however Units are welcome to work together with a charity or other local organisation as part of your project.

Funding level

Personnel and their units can submit multiple applications for funding, however each individual application must not exceed £50,000.  To avoid duplication, they ask applicants to check with other members of their squadron/unit to ensure funding applications have not already been submitted for the same project.

The NAAFI Fund supports a variety of projects from mountain bikes and paddleboards to enhancing and refurbishing indoor and outdoor spaces. They want to hear from you, whatever your vision is! You can browse their Project Portfolios for inspiration about how you can improved the lived experiences of your unit.

Applications outside of programme windows

When funding is required quickly, to support operational activity or deployments, grants can be fast-tracked.

If you project is under £1,000 and the annual application window is closed, please send your proposal to funding@naafi.co.uk . Please note this amount is limited and will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis.