Our Story
How Scotty's help shape a more positive future for the bereaved military community
Scotty's has spent more than fifteen years working alongside hundreds of bereaved military families, every day. We have lived experience at the heart of the charity and listen continuously to what families tell us about how we can improve our services.
Our Origin Story
In 2009, Nikki Scott's husband, Corporal Lee Scott, was killed in action in Afghanistan. She had to tell her five-year-old son his dad wasn't coming home, and her seven-month-old daughter would grow up with no memories of him at all.
Nine months later, on a family holiday, Nikki saw her son laughing and playing for the first time since his dad's death — and started thinking about all the other children living through the same loss. In 2010, she founded Scotty's.
Read Our Origin StoryOur Mission
To be empowering a community of 25k+ bereaved people by 2035.
Confidence and clarity in navigating their entitlements.
We ensure every bereaved military family knows what they are entitled to and can access it without barriers.
The chance to build social connections.
Bringing together people who understand, so no one navigates bereavement alone.
The very best mental health and wellbeing support.
Access to counselling, emotional support, and evidence-based interventions tailored to our community.
Outstanding development opportunities.
Education grants, STRIDES programme support, and opportunities to grow — however our community defines that.
Theory Of Change
Scotty's vision for supporting anyone affected by military-connected bereavement, who we are, what we believe, what is needed, and how we plan to deliver it.
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Discover the outcomes of our impact and research efforts and learn more about our initiatives and their results.
Read MoreOur Mission
Anyone affected by military-connected bereavement feels supported and empowered in their journey.
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