Fundraising
Funds raised by the participants of the Navy Bike Ride support three organisations dedicated to the well-being of the Royal Canadian Navy’s current and former sailors and their families: the Royal Canadian Naval Benevolent Fund, Support Our Troops and Soldier On.
Royal Canadian Naval Benevolent Fund
The Royal Canadian Benevolent Fund (RCNBF): Since 1942, the RCNBF has upheld a long tradition of promoting the well-being of the naval community by providing financial assistance to serving and retired sailors and their families who experience hard times. They have expanded this endeavour by partnering with like-minded organizations and investing in impactful initiatives, such as service dogs for naval veterans (with Canadian Veteran Service Dog Unit), building a “navy” home for veterans (with the Homes for Heroes Foundation), and more.
Support Our Troops
Established in 2007, Support Our Troops meets the unique needs and special challenges faced by members of the Canadian Armed Forces community as a result of military service. It operates within Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services.
This includes providing financial assistance to promote family resiliency and supporting Veterans and serving members who may have an illness or injury through a variety of grants and programs.
Soldier On
Soldier On is a program that aims to support the recovery of ill and injured Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and veterans by providing opportunities and resources through sport, recreational, and creative activities. Since its establishment in 2007, Soldier On has supported over 11,500 members within the CAF community by offering members a safe environment to challenge themselves and become inspired in ways that they may not have thought possible, contributing to and providing a gateway to enhance their well-being. This re-introduction to an active lifestyle provides opportunities to develop new skills, build confidence and meet peers with similar challenges.
