The Forces Employment Charity has been named the official charity partner for Armed Forces T-Shirt Day and the AT E@SE Festival 2025, two high-energy events dedicated to honouring the UK’s Armed Forces community.
With a shared mission of supporting servicemen, servicewomen, and veterans, these events will raise essential funds and awareness for veteran employment programmes.
Armed Forces T-Shirt Day 2025
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This year’s Armed Forces T-Shirt Day is Monday, 1 September 2025. Supporters across the UK are encouraged to wear a military t-shirt or purchase an official T-shirt to show solidarity with the Armed Forces. Five pounds from each t-shirt sale will go directly to the Forces Employment Charity, which offers critical employment support, job placement programs, and training resources to veterans, reservists, and their families. If you choose to wear your own military t-shirt on Armed Forces T-Shirt Day, you can make your £5 donation here.
AT E@SE Festival 2025
The AT E@SE Festival 2025 will kick off the celebrations from 29 – 31 August, hosted at the Spilsbury & Jones Brewing Company at Orleton Court Farm Campsite. This family-friendly event features live music, food trucks, activities for all ages, and stalls from various military charities. It’s a weekend for everyone to enjoy while coming together to support a great cause. Ticket sales will benefit the Forces Employment Charity, helping to fund initiatives that empower veterans to transition smoothly into civilian careers.
Alistair Halliday, Chief Executive of the Forces Employment Charity, expressed his gratitude for being chosen as the nominated charity:
“We are absolutely delighted to be the official charity partner for Armed Forces T-Shirt Day and the AT E@SE Festival 2025. The funds raised from these events will make a real difference, enabling us to support even more veterans seeking civilian employment. This incredible generosity allows us to expand our programmes, ensuring that every veteran who needs our help can access the resources and opportunities they deserve.”
Rob Greaves, Army veteran and Founder of Armed Forces T-Shirt Day and the AT E@SE festival, explained why they selected the Forces Employment Charity as this year’s nominated charity:
“The Forces Employment Charity plays a vital role in helping veterans and their families build brighter futures after their service. We wanted to partner with a charity that directly impacts the lives of those who’ve served, and their work in employment support and training is truly inspiring. By supporting them, we hope to make a tangible difference in the lives of those who have given so much for our country.”
How to join in the fun
Tickets for the AT E@SE Festival are available now here, priced from £15 per person; under 10s go free.
Official Armed Forces T-Shirt Day 2025 t-shirts may be ordered from priced at £13.95 plus postage and packing.
Join us in supporting our Armed Forces veterans while enjoying two unforgettable events.
