The Naval Children's Charity's vision is that every Royal Navy and Royal Marines child and young person has their spirit and talent unlocked, giving them a brighter future and helping them to realise their full potential. For full information on the Naval Childrens Charity, please visit www.navalchildrenscharity.org.uk

University Education Bursary Award:

In 2025 The Naval Children's Charity  launched the University Education Bursary Award:

Clare Scherer MBE, Chief Executive of The Naval Children's Charity commented:

The Naval Children's Charity are excited to be able to offer wider support to our young people who are entering Higher Education. We know that they can face additional challenges with their education, so we are delighted to be supporting them in this way. Education is one of the fundamental building blocks of life and supporting our young people to access University in this way is one of the most important things we can do for them and future generations.

Resource Award/Set up Grant

This is for year 1 of study only and can be spent on equipment and resources for your course on the www.navalchildrenscharity-aspire.co.uk, where there is a vast array of products and access to resources to support your life journey. Click here to see what resources we have for you. All products will be sent to your door by our courier service.

Cost of Learning Award/Grant

This is an annual bursary to be spent primarily on helping with the cost of rent/groceries/utilities.

You can withdraw this funding as cash - See how to here. But can also be used in the online shop to purchase laptops or other items to help support your studies.

Living Away from Home Award/Grant

This is an annual bursary if you are living away from home in student accommodation. We have a vast array of products in the online shop, including home products, from hoovers - air fryers and bedding - toiletries. All products will be sent to your door by our courier service, or you can withdraw your funds as cash here.