The Armed Forces Community Awards

Soldiering On Academy

The Armed Forces Community Awards at Soldiering directly support the Soldiering On Academy, enabling life-changing programmes for some of the most deserving members of the Armed Forces community.

From Wounded, Injured and Sick (WIS) veterans to young cadets, this Academy is about rediscovery, self-belief, and building a meaningful future, together.

Investing in the Next Generation of the Armed Forces Community: Cadets in Enterprise

Cadets in Enterprise develops an enterprise and entrepreneurial mindset in young people aged 14–17, using enterprise as a life skill to prepare them for the opportunities and challenges ahead.

Through practical business challenges, money management, budgeting, mentoring and leadership development, cadets build the confidence, creativity and life skills that prepare them for further education, employment, and business.

This is how we shape future changemakers, young people who carry the Armed Forces ethos forward with innovation and compassion.

Wounded, Injured and Sick (WIS) Business Experience Programme

The WIS Business Experience Programme supports wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans as they explore self-employment and business ownership. Combining enterprise education with mentoring, peer support and practical experience, the programme helps participants rebuild confidence, rediscover purpose and create sustainable futures beyond military service.

Designed to support individuals at different stages of recovery and transition, the programme provides a safe and supportive environment to explore new opportunities, develop practical business skills and make informed decisions about future career paths. Whether participants go on to launch a business or pursue alternative employment opportunities, the programme helps them build confidence, resilience and a renewed sense of direction.

The Armed Forces Community Awards Silent Auction

Every Donation and Auction Prize Matters

The Armed Forces Community Awards celebrate the extraordinary achievements of the Armed Forces, but they also provide something even more important: opportunity.

Every pound raised through the Auction is dedicated to funding these two Academy programmes, ensuring more cadets can develop the skills to succeed and more wounded, injured and sick veterans can access life-changing enterprise support.

Together, we are not only recognising remarkable people, we are investing in the next generation of leaders, innovators and changemakers.

Our silent auction plays an important role in supporting the work we do. If you or your organisation would like to donate a prize and help raise money for a brilliant cause, we'd love to hear from you.