Since 1877, St John Ambulance has been bringing life-saving first aid to local communities. From music festivals to your local school fete, big game days to your neighbourhood five a side, we’re there to keep you and your loved ones safe.
In 2024, our volunteers treated 45,000 people across England.
But we couldn’t do this without your support. As a charity, we rely on your donations to fund our work.
Where your money goes
Find out how your donations, big and small, help us to save lives.
£25
could help train a young person vital first aid skills
£25
could help train a young person vital first aid skills
£50
could buy our volunteers with the equipment they need
£250+
could support our future so we're always here
Frequently asked questions
How do we raise money?
Our total income in 2024 was £106.8m. This was made up from a number of sources, including:
£15.6m from donations and legacies
£80.8m from charitable activities
£1m from investment income
I want my donation to go to a specific programme. Is this possible?
General donations let us allocate funds where the need is greatest. Whether it’s responding quickly to urgent needs or investing in long-term impact, general donations give us the flexibility we need to plan ahead. That means we can ensure your generosity has the greatest possible impact.
However, if you want your donation to be directed to a specific area of our work, you just need to indicate this clearly and in writing when making your donation.
If you’re leaving a gift in your Will and want it to benefit a specific location or area of our work that is close to your heart, we encourage you to speak to us. We will always strive to honour your wishes.
How do we spend your donations?
St John Ambulance is a not-for-profit organisation, meaning anything we make goes straight back into the charity.
Whether it’s through setting up a new volunteer unit or promoting free first aid advice in one of our campaigns, we're determined to build communities where every single person is first aid confident.
Our annual report explains exactly how much we spend, so you can always be sure that we use your donations effectively.
Different ways you can donate
Support us to save more lives
Your donations help save lives. You can set up a one-off contribution or set up a regular gift.