In response to the recent tragedy involving six Aviation Regiment, Mrs Gina Rinehart AO and Hancock Prospecting donate a ‘significant seven-figure amount’ to the Commando Welfare Trust.
The Commando Welfare Trust was founded in 2010 to establish a perpetual safety net for Special Operations Command (SOCOMD) soldiers, veterans and family members.
SOCOMD is a division of elite soldiers who train under extremely dangerous conditions, are disproportionately deployed into combat and are 50% more likely to experience a casualty.
The tragic events they face invariably cause financial and emotional hardship for many years, placing an ongoing toll on Australian families.
The trauma of losing a loved one or living with a debilitating injury creates daily challenges which can last a lifetime. Yet, despite the many funding, grant or entitlement options available, these Australians often fall through the cracks.
We provide support where the existing services available are unable to.
Our mission is to provide SOCOMD soldiers, veterans and family members with instant access to emergency funding and long-term financial support where the system cannot.
Over the past 12 years, we have given $5 million to address the shortfalls in the lives of soldiers, veterans, wives and children who have made significant sacrifices for our country.
We support families members of soldiers and veterans who have been killed, injured or have taken their own life while covering the medical or mental health costs for SOCOMD members serving, in transition or discharged.
We also provide support to serving members and their families.
EFT Direct Deposit
Donations can be made via direct deposit using the following bank details.
Commando Welfare Trust
Commonwealth Bank
BSB 062 000
A/C No. 1389 8012
