Scotty’s – the military bereavement charity, has welcomed Carla Rose-Hardman as its new Head of Service, bringing over 20 years’ experience to help shape and strengthen support for the bereaved military community as the charity expands its reach.
Read moreScotty’s trustee Simon Millar, a long-standing and passionate supporter of the charity, is marking his final year on the Board after nine years of service by taking on an extraordinary eight-day “Waterloo to Waterloo” fundraising challenge.
Read moreThe Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) is proud to highlight its continued support for bereaved naval children through its partnership with Scotty’s Little Soldiers, a leading UK charity dedicated to supporting children and young people who have experienced the death of a parent who served in the Armed Forces.
Read moreIn its 15th year, Scotty’s has published its 2025 Impact Report, showcasing a year of significant growth, strengthened specialist support and growing national influence for bereaved military children and young people.
Read moreNew research from Scotty’s, the military bereavement charity, drawing on the experiences of more than 250 bereaved military children and their families, highlights the vital role extracurricular activities can play in helping children cope with grief – while also revealing the barriers that can prevent them from taking part.
Read moreScotty’s Little Soldiers is asking Cobseo Members to help reach those affected by military-connected bereavement by sharing a new survey across their organisations, memberships and networks, ensuring future support is shaped by lived experience.
Read moreNikki Scott, Founder of Scotty’s Little Soldiers, reflects on a year of supporting nearly 800 bereaved military children and young people, strengthening families through connection and community, and driving change so bereaved pupils are better understood and supported.
Read moreScotty’s Little Soldiers has partnered with Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) to launch a new training module for Initial Teacher Training (ITT) providers designed to help trainee teachers recognise and respond compassionately to the needs of bereaved pupils.
Read moreScotty’s Little Soldiers has seen a powerful impact from its 2025 events Programme, with festivals, regional gatherings, special military experiences and online activities all helping bereaved military families to feel more connected, confident and part of a supportive community.
Read moreFour members of Scotty’s Council travelled to Canada alongside founder Nikki Scott to attend The Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research (CIMVHR) Forum 2025, sharing their experiences and helping to showcase the charity’s work on an international stage.
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