Nikki 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 moreA charity group that provides life-changing pilgrimage holidays to Service children with disabilities and additional needs has been awarded a grant by the RAF Association.
Read moreRAFAKidz has been awarded funding from the Ministry of Defence (MOD) through the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (AFCFT) to enhance its nurseries and give children from Armed Forces families more opportunities to learn and grow.
Read moreThis year, the 15th annual Soldiering On Awards shone an shimmering spotlight on two extraordinary organisations, Scotty’s Little Soldiers and Royal British Veterans Enterprise (RBVE), both recognised with the prestigious Community Impact Award for their unwavering dedication to supporting Britain’s Armed Forces community.
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 moreAs 2025 comes to a close, Forces Children Scotland is privileged to reflect on what the past year has meant for them and the babies, children and young people from forces families that they support.
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.
Read moreRoyal Navy & Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) has recognised the strength and resilience shown by families throughout the recent Carrier Strike Group deployment, as ships returned home on Sunday.
Read moreScotty’s Little Soldiers has expanded its services to include specialist bereavement counselling, enabling the charity to offer a higher level of emotional and mental health support to children, young people, and their families.
Read moreAs this Remembrance season draws to a close, we think back to the anniversaries this year for VE Day, VJ Day, and the Battle of Britain, but also remember the families of those who have given so much in recent years as well.
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