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BLOG: Supporting seafarers and their families makes trusteeship rewarding
As part of Trustees’ Week, we reached out to our Chair, Captain Andrew Cassels, to hear about his experience…
Our Mission
Improving the lives of seafarers and fishers by raising welfare standards in collaboration with our stakeholders
The work of MNWB is to help improve the effectiveness of all those charities caring for merchant seafarers, fishermen and their dependants.
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Grants awarded in 2025
21 grants were provided to 13 organisations to support projects for serving and retired seafarers and fishers.
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Seafarers Supported
Over 128,000 serving and retired seafarers, fishers and their dependents have benefitted from MNWB grants.
Grant Applications
Are you a member charity of MNWB? We provide grant funding for projects that support seafarer wellbeing across the maritime industry. Contact us today to find out more or start your application.
Are you a serving or retired UK seafarer?
Seafarer Support is a free confidential telephone and online referral service for serving and former UK seafarers and their families in times of need.
Call us on: 0800 121 4765
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MNWB named charity partner for flagship conference
The Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) has been named charity partner for the UK Harbour Masters’ Association (UKHMA) Autumn Conference in London next month.
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Expert support unlocked for maritime charities as MNWB announces new partnership with Cranfield Trust
The Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) is delighted to announce a new partnership with Cranfield Trust – providing its…
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