What is Armed Forces Day?

On the last Saturday each June, the nation comes together to celebrate Armed Forces Day and show support for the men and women of our Armed Forces community, past and present. This includes serving personnel, veterans, reservists, cadets and their families.

Reservists come from all walks of life and occupations and are currently supporting operations worldwide, but their contribution to our Armed Forces often goes unrecognised. Reserves Day is celebrated on the Wednesday of Armed Forces Week.

Armed Forces Day is also a time to raise money to help our Armed Forces community to live well after service.

Get involved in Armed Forces Day

  • #SaluteOurForces– Pay tribute to our Armed Forces community by sharing our ready-prepared images or posting your own photo or video of yourself or your friends and colleagues saluting on Facebook,Twitter or Instagram. Remember to use the hashtag #SaluteOurForces and to tag us at #HelpforHeroes so we can like and share!
  • Organise your own fundraiser - If you would like to fundraise for Help for Heroes and make a life-changing difference to our heroes, check out our fundraising ideas. The next Armed Forces Day is June 2023 but you may want to plan your event and get organised!
  • Stay in touch with us – sign up to our newsletter and read the inspirational stories of our heroes and how your money is supporting their recovery. 
  • Check out what's happening on Armed Forces Day in your area – every year there is a host city (Falmouth in 2023) as well as local events up and down the country. Our amazing army of volunteers may be attending an event near you and would love to meet you.
  • Make a donation today.