Each year the Society's President nominates a charity of their choice for the Annual Charity Appeal, and this provides a national focus for the fundraising efforts of our members and complements the many local charities that our branches support. For 2026/2027 Foresters is proud to support Shelter.

Shelter was formed in 1966, in response to the housing crisis in the UK. Now, 60 years on, as a UK-leading housing and homelessness support charity, Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with unsafe housing or homelessness find safety and security through their housing advice, support, campaigning and legal services.

Thanks to the generosity of supporters like Foresters Friendly Society, Shelter can be there to fight for the right to a safe home for everyone. Nobody should have to face homelessness alone.

For housing advice, please visit: www.shelter.org.uk