Sailors Childrens Society

Sailors Childrens Society was originally formed in 1821 and is a national charity that provides support to children whose parent has made a living at sea or on the inland canals and rivers. We help mariners from fishing fleets, Merchant Navy and Royal Navy families including ferries, tankers, cruise ships and cargo boats. Our aim is to let each child of a seafarer achieve their full potential and not be disadvantaged by family circumstances. Families come to us usually after a changeable event such as loss, bereavement, diagnosis of a terminal illness or abandonment leaving a lone parent to bring up a child. In some cases, we also provide support to two parent families including grandparents who have served on the water and are bringing up their grandchildren. We currently help over 450 children and young people throughout the United Kingdom on our child support scheme. Our support scheme covers child welfare grants, clothing grants, special grants, Christmas grant and more. ...