Soldier On | Empowering veterans and their families

Empowering veterans and their families

“Life after discharge was brutal. I couldn’t find where I belonged anymore. Defence was all I knew, since I joined at 17. I felt very alone and isolated.”

– Jason, Veteran and Dad

Please donate this Remembrance Day and support our veterans

Matched Giving
Every donation
is doubled!
4 and 5 November

How we help

Soldier On is a not-for-profit organisation delivering holistic support services that enable current and former Australian Defence Force personnel, and their families, to lead meaningful civilian lives.

Soldier On offers free support services, programs, and activities to registered participants.

Health and wellbeing

Employment support

Learning and education

Participate and connect

Our stories

Explore our success stories to see how we’ve helped veterans and their families with physical and mental recovery, reconnection with the community, and educational and employment opportunities.

Saluting Their Service podcast

From country roots to continued service: Davina Mansfield on family, resilience and finding purpose

05 November, 2025

Davina Mansfield's reflections in the Saluting Their Service podcast remind us that values forged in Defence live on.

Matched Giving

Double your impact with Matched Giving – support veterans when it matters most

03 November, 2025

The 48-hour Matched Giving campaign runs 8:00 am Tuesday 4 November until 8:00 am Thursday 6 November.

Partnerships

Renewal Through Remembrance: Veterans and Partners Come Together at Melbourne Breakfast

23 October, 2025

Soldier On brought together veterans, supporters, philanthropists and corporate partners at a Melbourne breakfast event.

Impact Report

Soldier On Impact Report 2024–2025 Launched at Government House Reception

20 October, 2025

The Impact Report 2024–2025 demonstrates the Soldier On’s mission to see every veteran and family member thrive.

Remembrance Day Appeal

Remembrance is Even More Powerful When We Take Action

17 October, 2025

The Soldier On 2025 Remembrance Day Appeal will raise vital funds for programs that support veterans and their families.

social connection

How Soldier On Helped Vashti and Bek Find Connection

13 October, 2025

For these two women, connecting with the veteran community has led to a fantastic friendship.

Need help now?

Soldier On is not an immediate crisis support charity, but if you do need help right away, there are organisations you can reach out to who are ready to help you.

Emergency

Open Arms

Beyond Blue

Lifeline