Charitable Trusts & Foundations

Supporting the World’s Seafarers

The Mission to Seafarers supports 1.89 million seafarers worldwide – the brave men and women who keep global trade moving but often work in isolation for months at sea, separated from their families and communities.

Operating 365 days a year across over 200 ports in 50 countries, we provide the practical, emotional and spiritual support these essential workers need. From offering a friendly face and Wi-Fi connection to providing emergency assistance and pastoral care, we’re there when seafarers need us most.

Why Partner with The Mission to Seafarers?

With over 170 years of experience, we have an unmatched global network and deep understanding of seafarers’ needs.  Investment from trusts and foundations doesn’t just fund services – it transforms lives and strengthens the maritime industry that underpins global trade.

We’re committed to transparency and accountability, providing detailed impact reports so you can see exactly how your funding makes a difference to seafarers’ lives.

How Trust Partnerships Make a Difference

Charitable trusts and foundations provide a substantial portion of our voluntary income, enabling us to extend our reach and innovate our services. Without this vital support, thousands of vulnerable seafarers would go without the help they desperately need.

Your partnership allows us to:

• Maintain essential transport services – helping seafarers reach towns and amenities from isolated ports
• Recruit and train dedicated volunteers – expanding our capacity to serve more seafarers
• Establish new Seafarers’ Centres – bringing support to underserved ports
• Develop innovative welfare programs – pioneering new approaches to seafarer support
• Provide emergency assistance – offering immediate help during crises

Recent Trust-Funded Achievements

Thanks to our partners, we’ve been able to:

• Replace aging transport fleets, helping seafarers access essential services and visit our Seafarers’ Centres
• Recruit and train new volunteers across our global network, significantly increasing our capacity to provide one-to-one support
• Open new Seafarers’ Centres in underserved regions, bringing vital services to previously isolated communities
• Launch digital welfare initiatives, enhancing remote support when face-to-face assistance isn’t possible
• Pilot innovative mental health and training  programmes, addressing the growing crisis of isolation, depression and suicide among seafarers

Our Valued Partners

We’re grateful to work alongside many forward-thinking trusts and foundations, including:

• Baltic Exchange Charitable Foundation
• ITF Seafarers’ Trust
• Merchant Navy Welfare Board
• The Seafarers’ Charity
• The Swire Charitable Trust
• TK Foundation
• Trinity House

Partner with Us

Whether you’re interested in funding specific projects or supporting our core mission, we’d welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can work together to make a meaningful difference to the lives of seafarers.

Ready to make waves in seafarer welfare?

Contact our Trusts & Foundations Manager, Becci Wright,  to find out more about out about our latest projects and programmes: [email protected]