In addition to our usual service, Andrew volunteered to host a dinner on Christmas Day for the benefit of any beneficiaries who might otherwise be alone.
The Bridge is very much about creating a warm and welcoming space, and Christmas Day was no exception.
At The Bridge for Heroes, our commitment to providing support extends to all of the Armed Forces community, and we are particularly eager to create an inclusive environment for our female veterans. We understand that the challenges faced by women in the Armed Forces are diverse, and we aim to provide a space where these experiences can be shared, understood, and supported.
On the crisp morning of the first saturday in December, our community gathered to celebrate the spirit of the season at The Bridge for Heroes Christmas Fair. Braving the cold weather, buoyed by some strategically placed gas heaters, we came together with festive cheer!
The Bridge for Heroes is fortunate to receive grants from various supporters, including the Veteran's Foundation, which has a key focus on strategically allocating grant funding. The Veterans' Foundation operates with the mission of providing financial support to charities and other organisations aiding current and former members of the Armed Forces and their dependents in times of need.
"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them." – Laurence Binyon.