QARANC ASSOCIATION BENEVOLENCE

Benevolence is an important function of the QARANC Association providing financial assistance to purchase specific goods, services, or facilities for former members of the Corps, or their dependents, who are in need.

The following guide is to assist those who wish to apply for benevolence or want to advise those who are in need of benevolence. Please note that cases cannot be handled directly and, in all instances, must first go through SSAFA or Royal British Legion (RBL). SSAFA or the RBL will arrange for a trained caseworker to interview you to establish the full range of assistance hat is required. The caseworker will complete a report that includes details of your house hold income. This is often known as 'means testing' and will ensure that the QARANC Association charitable money goes to those in need.

On receipt of your case, it is then considered by the Association Board of Trustees. If approved, the funds will be transferred to the organisation representing you and will be administered by them. The funding can only be used for the specific purpose of the request and will not be made payable to the individual.
 

ELIGIBILITY

• Anyone who has served as a Regular or Reserve member of the QARANC, or its predecessor organisations, with one day’s paid service or more
• You are in need or distress
• You need financial assistance to help you achieve a reasonable quality of life
• You do not need to have been a member of the Association to apply

HOW TO APPLY

All cases for benevolence, both serving and retired must come through:

• The Royal British Legion (TRBL)
• Poppy Scotland
• Soldiers, Sailors Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA)