This year, Patron Capital proudly hosted the RMA dinner at London’s Guildhall, dedicated to supporting Royal Marines families. 2024 marks a significant year for the Royal Marines, commemorating both the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the 360th birthday of the Royal Marines. This year’s Guildhall dinner honours the legacy of dedication and courage that has defined the Royal Marines for generations.

The evening helped raise approximately £1.1 million for the charity, featuring a live auction, an elegant dinner, and inspiring speeches from RMA representatives, celebrating the resilience and commitment of the Royal Marines. We are pleased to host this extraordinary event each year, supporting a cause that resonates deeply with our team. It’s a privilege to contribute to the RMA’s essential work for serving personnel, veterans, and their families and to be part of an evening that brings together generosity, gratitude, and shared purpose.

In July 2023, a team of 12 from Patron Capital successfully raised over £6,500 for the RMA by participating in the Tough Mudder Challenge, held at one of the Marines’ military bases. Tough Mudder is a well-known endurance event that, unlike any typical race, Tough Mudder challenges participants to overcome mud-filled, highintensity obstacles, including wall climbs, ice baths, and electric shock fields – making it as much a team-building experience as a physical test. The day raised funds for the RMA and offered a unique insight into the resilience and teamwork that characterise Royal Marine training.

Patron Capital proudly sponsors The Forces Wives Challenge (FWC), a social enterprise dedicated to empowering women with partners in the Armed Forces through adventurous challenges that foster community and connection for military spouses who may feel isolated or disconnected due to the unique demands of military life.

Last year, 8 women participated in the “Ride to Freedom Expedition,” an inspiring journey along the WWII Freedom Trail across the Pyrenees Mountains on horseback. This physically demanding trek not only honoured a historic route but also highlighted the transformative power of adventure in overcoming physical and mental health challenges.

The Veteran Games is a five-day event featuring a sports competition for wounded, sick, and injured veterans from the UK and abroad, accompanied by a diverse social and cultural program.

The Games emphasise the crucial role that sport and family play in supporting the ongoing recovery of veterans facing physical and psychological challenges from their service.

Patron, as a founding sponsor, proudly champions the importance of sport and family in aiding the recovery journey of veterans who have endured such challenges.

Patron sponsors a series of climbing courses across the UK and France for disabled veterans, including a recent weeklong event in the Peak District as part of the Forces Wives Challenge, organised by Climb2Recovery.

Through expert-led climbing courses, Climb2Recovery provides participants with the opportunity to challenge their limits, build physical strength, and improve mental resilience. It focuses on creating a supportive community where veterans can not only enhance their fitness but also gain confidence, find camaraderie and work through the emotional challenges of recovery, helping them reconnect with themselves and each other in a therapeutic and inspiring outdoor setting.

Rock2Recovery (R2R) is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing specialised coaching, support and coaching for members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and emergency service personnel facing mental health challenges. Since 2018, by providing facilities and free coaching rooms for R2R at its London office, Patron has facilitated sessions for approximately 954 members of the Royal Marines community, including 101 active Royal Marines, 499 veterans, and 274 family members – up from just 70 clients before our partnership.

In 2024 alone, Patron saw a rise of 34 new Royal Marine clients, reflecting its growing impact. Over 60% of clients fall within the 31-50 age group, with each receiving an average of 3.5 sessions. From October 2023 to June 2024, Patron hosted 274 R2R sessions, benefitting: 34 Royal Marines, 3 Royal Navy officers, 61 Army personnel, 15 firefighters, 110 officers from the Metropolitan Police, and 51 police officers from other forces and departments. Over 90% of participants reported a positive impact from the support they received, highlighting the program’s effectiveness.

Patron was proud to sponsor the AJEX Remembrance Parade on 17 November, honouring Jewish veterans of HM Armed Forces. The annual Cenotaph event commemorates the 1.5 million Jewish soldiers who served with the Allies in WWII, contributing significantly to the defeat of the Nazi regime. In the UK alone, around 70,000 British Jews served, representing 18% of the Jewish population at the time – a notably higher percentage than the general population’s 11% service rate. It also celebrates their post-war societal, educational and cultural contributions to British society. Patron’s support reflects a commitment to preserving the legacy of the individuals whose sacrifices secured our freedoms.