Become a Patron
Royal Hospital Chelsea Patrons Programme
Ensuring those who served are always supported
Supporting the Royal Hospital Chelsea is a meaningful way to honour the service and sacrifice of the nation’s veterans. As a Patron, you will help ensure that Chelsea Pensioners continue to enjoy the care, companionship, and sense of belonging they have earned through a lifetime of service.
Your support sustains a thriving veteran community and helps preserve the Royal Hospital’s iconic heritage for future generations. In return, you will enjoy exclusive events, special access, and unique opportunities to connect with Chelsea Pensioners and experience the warmth and camaraderie that make this community so special.
By becoming a Patron, you are helping to safeguard a living legacy of service while joining a community united in its support of those who have served our country.
For our American supporters, you can explore our unique transatlantic relationship and its rich history here.
Governor's Circle
£1,500 (benefits £800 inc. VAT, suggested minimum donation £700)
Governor’s Circle members join a community dedicated to ensuring the Royal Hospital Chelsea continues to provide exceptional care and companionship for the Chelsea Pensioners.
Benefits:
- Invitations to Founder’s Day and Reception, our most historic annual celebration
- Access to a private reception and viewing of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show
- Tickets to the Annual Gala Dinner in the Great Hall
- Special access to The Sloane Club
- Early updates and insights into life at the Royal Hospital Chelsea
1692 Circle
£5,000 (benefits £1,100 inc. VAT, suggested minimum donation £3,900)
1692 Circle members play a vital role in enriching the lives of the Chelsea Pensioners, helping to preserve the Royal Hospital’s cherished traditions while sustaining the exceptional care, community, and facilities that define daily life at the Royal Hospital.
Benefits:
- All Governor’s Circle benefits, plus:
- VIP access to Founder’s Day Parade and Reception
- Invitation to a private reception and viewing of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show
- Afternoon Tea with the Governor, an intimate and memorable occasion
- Lunch with the Chelsea Pensioners and leadership
- Invitation to the Remembrance Service in Wren Chapel
- Access to Royal Hospital Christmas events with the Pensioners
Founder's Circle
£10,000 (benefits £1,300 inc. VAT, suggested minimum donation £8,700)
As the Royal Hospital’s highest level of patronage, the Founder’s Circle honours the vision of King Charles II. Its members offer thoughtful leadership and enduring support, helping to safeguard the Royal Hospital’s future while enriching the lives of those who call it home.
Benefits:
- All 1692 Circle benefits, plus:
- A Founder’s Circle Roundtable – a private lunch with Royal Hospital leadership
- A Bespoke Day at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, tailored to your interests
- Special access to selected gatherings through the Chelsea Pensioners’ Club
- Unique opportunities to witness the impact of your support firsthand
Your support matters
We are a charity and rely on the generosity of our Patrons to continue our vital work. With rising costs and uncertain government support, your help is essential.
Your support sustains:
- Exceptional care ensuring older veterans receive outstanding accommodation, medical support, and quality of life.
- Community and outreach expanding national programmes that combat loneliness and isolation among older veterans.
- Heritage preservation protecting our Grade I and II listed buildings and grounds for future generations
Join Us
For more information about joining the Patrons Programme, please email supporters@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk or telephone 020 7881 5284.