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15 August 2017

The Not Forgotten

Entertainment, Events, Funding, fundraising, Remembrance, Sport

Fundraising Sailing Event Goes From Strength To Strength

The seventh annual Reginald Fessenden Challenge, held at the RAF Yacht Club Hamble, was the most successful yet with the biggest number of participants ever raising nearly £15,000 for the Association.

Taking part were 8 crews from maritime organisations and 6 NFA beneficiaries – including Royal Marines from the Termoli Troop Rehabilitation Unit at 40 Commando enjoying a welcome break from their daily routine – who were split between two boats, one of which came first in the competition and the other last.

15 August 2017

The Not Forgotten

Event, Health, Mental Health, Remembrance, Sport, Veterans, Welfare

Canoeing Holidays In The French Alps

Thanks to funding from Help for Heroes, we were once again able to take two groups of injured servicemen on white water canoeing trips to the French Alps – perhaps the most exhilarating and beneficial activity in our entire programme of events.

These trips embody our motto ‘From Comradeship To Challenge’ and follow our unique formula of mixing injured serving men and women with veterans of different ages, services and campaigns.

19 July 2017

The Not Forgotten

Events, Remembrance, Sport, Veterans, Welfare

Wimbledon Tennis Championships

Each year, The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club very generously give The Not Forgotten Association tickets for Centre Court and No.1 Court throughout the Wimbledon Tennis Championships. This year was another resounding success, with 146 beneficiaries – of all ages and from all conflicts – and their escorts enjoying world-class tennis from premier seats and a delicious afternoon tea at the Wingfield Restaurant. As ever we extend a huge thank you to the AETLC for allowing the NFA this huge privilege.

19 July 2017

The Not Forgotten

Disability Support, Event, Health, Mental Health, Remembrance, Sport, Veterans, Welfare

Alpine Canoeing in the french Alps – 4 – 9th July & 9th – 14th July

Thanks to funding from Helps for Heroes, we were once again able to take two groups to the French Alps for the most exhilarating trip in our calendar of events – white water canoeing. Based in Vallouise these trips embrace the NFA ethos of “Comradeship to Challenge” and embody all that is great about the NFA; mixing veterans from the Falklands, Gulf War 91 and Northern Ireland with those from more recent conflicts, and bringing those suffering from PTSD, amputees and others with a variety of injuries – including some still serving but undergoing rehabilitation – together as a team.

19 July 2017

The Not Forgotten

Charities, Veterans, Welfare

Farewell to Ann Milcoy

On Wednesday 19th July, Ann Milcoy retired from the NFA after 16 brilliant years. Ann has been the rock of the charity since October 2001, supporting 4 Chief Executives, organising countless collections and providing the office with song, dance and laughter. She will be sorely missed, but we wish her all the very best in her retirement!

6 July 2017

The Not Forgotten

Army, Families, fundraising, Navy, RAF, Royal Air Force, Royal Marines, Royal Navy, Veterans, Welfare

Injured Veteran Completes 250 Mile Motorbike Challenge

Last weekend former Welsh Guardsman and Iraq veteran Allan Roberts took part in the Welsh 2 Day Enduro, a 250-mile off-road dirt-biking race in North Wales, the biggest event of its kind in the UK.

Allan is also a double amputee and before the race said: “This is a tough challenge for me. As you can imagine, racing a motorbike off-road with no legs is interesting!” Not only did he complete the event, Allan managed to come 55th out of the 118 competitors – a truly amazing achievement!

8 June 2017

The Not Forgotten

Army, Families, Health, Navy, RAF, Respite, Royal Air Force, Royal Marines, Royal Navy, Veterans, Welfare

Majorca Holiday Provides Respite From Recovery

For several years The Not Forgotten Association has taken small groups of younger veterans and injured service personnel with their partners on rest and recuperation holidays to Majorca, staying at a remote farmhouse. The beautiful location and relaxed atmosphere are very therapeutic and allow injured men and women to spend quality time together.

8 June 2017

The Not Forgotten

Events, fundraising, Remembrance, Veterans, Welfare

17th June – Barn Dance In Aid Of The Not Forgotten Association

Calling all Barn Dance fans in Essex and East London! Long-time supporter Shirley McLean, whose late husband served in the Royal Navy, is putting on her annual barn dance evening to raise funds for The Not Forgotten Association.

1 June 2017

The Not Forgotten

Event, Exhibition, fundraising, Remembrance

The NFA And The Blenheim Art Foundation

The Not Forgotten Association has recently been approached by the Blenheim Art Foundation (BAF) to help with their latest exciting project. Every year the BAF put on a contemporary art exhibition throughout Blenheim Palace and its grounds and have so far hosted several international artists, including Ai Wei Wei and Lawrence Weiner. The 2017 show will consist of works by the American artist Jenny Holzer. Her theme is ‘War’ which is where the NFA comes in.

1 June 2017

The Not Forgotten

Event, Remembrance, Royal Event, Veterans, Welfare

HRH Prince Harry Hosts The NFA Garden Party

On Tuesday 30 May 2,342 wounded and injured servicemen, veterans and their partners/carers came together to enjoy an exceptional afternoon at Buckingham Palace.

Attended by representatives from every campaign since the Second World War, every Arm and Service of the British Military, the Merchant Navy and most military charities, this was a wonderful gathering of old and new friends.

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