What We Do
Army Cadet Charitable Trust (ACCT) UK aims to give all young people the opportunity to develop and achieve through Army Cadets activities.
Army Cadet Charitable Trust (ACCT) UK aims to give all young people the opportunity to develop and achieve through Army Cadets activities.
At ACCT UK, we empower young people’s development and help shape brighter futures.
We do this by supporting Army Cadet Units, awarding grants to individual cadets, and backing local initiatives that make a real difference. Our mission is to help ACF Counties build resilience so they can continue delivering life-changing opportunities to young people for generations to come.
We offer grants that open doors for cadets to experience a wide range of activities… from adventurous training to music and sports. We also invest in ACF Adult Volunteers, giving them the resources and training they need to become outstanding youth leaders. Our membership support services are here for everyone in the ACF, whether it’s confidential support for volunteers, insurance cover for accidents and travel issues, or expert legal advice when it’s needed most.
We work closely with the Army’s chain of command to coordinate national training for the non-military aspects of the Army Cadets syllabus. This includes the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Adventurous Training, music, first aid, and sport. We’re proud to help deliver top-quality courses for ACF Adult Volunteers in all these areas. Thanks to a grant from the Ministry of Defence, we also support the delivery of Piping and Drumming Qualifications, Defence Awarding Organisation, and BTEC-accredited qualifications across the UK.
As the licensed provider for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, first aid, and music qualifications, we make sure cadets have access to nationally recognised achievements. We’re also behind the scenes, providing resources that enable unforgettable national public performances and ceremonial activities, making sure key cadet moments shine.
With every grant, every training session, and every opportunity, we’re here to help young people and volunteers reach their full potential.
We support Army Cadets across the UK with grants to support their development. Whether it’s funding to support an individual life-changing activity such as an Army Cadet representing Team GB at the Olympics or essential equipment needed for a new activity being developed by an Army Cadet group, ACCT UK supports Army Cadets in achieving their goals.
The Matthew Bacon Bursary Fund awards bursaries to individual Army Cadets each year to take part in a life-changing 19-day Outward Bound Trust expedition which would otherwise be beyond their financial means. The course is open to Army Cadets that may have experienced a difficult beginning, are from a disadvantaged background or lack self-confidence and helps build the emotional health and wellbeing of young people. The course enables them to discover new skills, experience new sports adventures and learn important key life skills for the future.
We value Army Cadet volunteers and could not survive without their dedication and commitment to supporting Army Cadets. We believe in developing the skills of Army Cadet volunteers, enabling them to develop their professional leadership skills in order to progress within their Army Cadets career and provide the best team leadership experience for their Army Cadets.
Any volunteer of the Army Cadet Force (ACF), irrespective of rank or uniform status, can apply for a personal development bursary if they require financial assistance to register for an adult qualification recognised by the Cadet Forces. These qualifications can be academic qualifications, e.g. City and Guilds Level 7, or skilled training, e.g. Archery Instructor Award.
Read Jamie’s experience of the personal development bursary.
We value our Cadet Force Volunteers and their commitment to us. As the ACF’s charity it’s our duty to ensure that volunteers can access both the training and support they need to thrive in their ACF role, as well as in their professional and personal lives.
Adult volunteers and cadets face unique risks while participating in challenging activities and training. That’s why our comprehensive insurance scheme is specifically tailored to your needs.
Our Collective Group Personal Accident (GPA) Scheme and Contingent* Public Liability Insurance (CPLI) provide essential financial protection. Our insurance offers peace of mind for Army Cadet Units, adult volunteers, and cadets across the UK.
We’re proud to offer this valuable service as part of our commitment to supporting the ACF.
Hear from Army Cadets and Adult ACF Volunteers about their experiences and how ACCT UK has helped them learn, develop and grow…
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ACCT UK takes pride in providing support to cadets and adult volunteers by offering award programmes that acknowledge their contributions in non-military activities.
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