When was it established?
The Avon and Somerset Constabulary Benevolent Fund was created in 1974 when the previous smaller Bristol, Somerset and Bath Constabularies were amalgamated.
Who is it for?
The Fund is a registered Charity (Number 1085497) and provides help to serving Avon and Somerset Constabulary officers as well as pensioned members; of the Avon and Somerset Constabulary, of the former Bath City Police, the former Bristol Constabulary, the former Somerset Constabulary and the former Somerset and Bath Constabulary, together with necessitous widows and dependents of any such persons.
In exceptional circumstances, the Trustees will also make grants and loans to other persons who are in need and who are closely connected with or have been so connected with the Constabulary or with the above former Police Forces.
For further information
Please visit our website to make a donation to the Fund or to seek further assistance.