From one-off donations to leaving a gift in your Will, there’s a way for you to help save lives at sea.
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As a charity, we rely on the kindness and generosity of people like you to power our lifesaving. And right now, we need your support more than ever.
It's our belief that even one life lost at sea is too many. Our brave volunteers don't launch into cold, rough seas to save just a few. They're on a mission to save every one.
When our crews are racing from rescue to rescue, they rely even more on their lifesaving kit and world-class training – the things that kind people like you help provide. Donate to our appeal and help our lifesavers get there in time.
Ways you can support RNLI lifesavers
Volunteer for the RNLI and you'll be part of a lifesaving tradition that hasn't changed since 1824.
Be extraordinary
Through RNLI membership you can help save lives at sea and keep updated with our lifesaving work.
Join the RNLI
We’ve got fundraising ideas to inspire you, help and advice to support you and our own events you can join in.
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Remember someone special on a lifeboat
Celebrate someone you love, by adding their name to the side of a Shannon
Give as you shop
Did you know you could help save lives while you shop online? The RNLI has a number of charity schemes in place with eBay, Marks and Spencers and our own online shop, where every pound you spend will help RNLI lifesavers race to the rescue.
How your support helped in 2022
9,312 Lifeboat launches
389 lives saved by lifeboat crews
23,204 people aided by lifeguards
117 lives saved by lifeguards
Other ways you can support RNLI lifesavers
Our lifesaving is powered by you. Being independent from Government, we rely on your kind support to fund our lifesaving service.
See the difference you make
Our experienced team can work with you to tailor a partnership suitable for your company’s needs.
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Help us raise money, inspire support and spread safety messages across the coast this Summer.
Join us
Experience the home of RNLI training where every visit helps save lives at sea.
Come visit us
If you have a great photo or video of the RNLI in action, we’d love to see it.
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