The Fishermen's Mission

We’re proud of the long-lasting connections we’ve built with supporters like Becky Scrivens and her family. Becky, Proactive Publications Ltd and Inside Marine recently hosted a fundraising coffee morning for us. Becky's support extends a friendship that began with her late grandad, Tony – a familiar face at our Lowestoft office who created flower displays and regaled our team in East Anglia with many a story. Tony’s connection with us lives on through his family – Becky and her father Karl even recently raised funds for us with a climb of Mount Snowdon (our legs are aching just thinking about it!) When Amanda (our Mission Area Officer from East Anglia) accepted the generous funds raised by the coffee morning, she returned a painting Tony made to Becky as a small token of thanks. Bonds like this are so important to us and make our work as a charity unique. We are here for the long haul, supporting fishermen and their families every step of the way. We’re always welcoming supporters too! Send us a message to partner with us today. #FishermensMission #CommunitySupport #FamilyConnection #Partnerships #SupportFishermen

In the fishing industry, income can be unpredictable. We are there to step in when things are too difficult. 🌊 We help fishermen and their families manage under pressure - and when extra support is needed, we do our best to connect them with trusted partners for grants, benefits, and debt advice. We're always looking for those who want to help us in these areas. Your support helps us continue to make a difference. 💙 #FinancialSupport #FishermensMission #CorporateSocialResponsibility #CommunityImpact #MaritimeSupport #Fisheries

Our support doesn’t stop at the shoreline - it reaches into fishermen's homes, providing care and guidance to their families who keep everything steady on land. In this video, Hayley—our Mission Area Officer for the south coast—chats with one of these family members. A simple check-in over a coffee might not seem like much, but it can be a vital lifeline when a loved one is working one of the world's most dangerous jobs. From offering grants for school essentials to providing access to SeaFit health checks, we’re here to prioritise the well-being of entire families. When home life is stable, fishermen can do their work more safely and confidently. Your support can help us continue this vital work. To learn more about how you can make a difference, visit our website or consider supporting us today: https://lnkd.in/e8jvnNJ2 #SupportFishermen #FishermensMission #CommunityCare

Nathan Outlaw and his team have been massive supporters of us for more than 13 years. Their dedication has raised over £90,000 for fishermen and their families. We are immensely proud to have Nathan as our Honorary Vice Patron! Now, we have an exclusive opportunity for anyone to join the Outlaw's team with their support for us. From November 2024 to March 2025, you can indulge in a 3-course lunch for two at Outlaw's New Road. For each £150 voucher purchased, £40 will go directly towards our vital work supporting the UK's fishing community. Learn more and get your voucher: https://lnkd.in/eBpuHnmE  #PartnershipForGood #SupportFishermen #FishermensMission #NathanOutlaw #CSR #CharityLunch #OutlawsNewRoad

Please complete if appropriate share and pass on to others this important survey open to skippers, crew and vessel owners across the UK The Fishing Lives survey seeks to explore the challenges currently facing fishers across the industry. Some urgency as it closes on the 20th of October Mike Park OBE Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Chris Ranford David Jarrad @SWFPO @UKCOOP #fishing Fishing into the Future Jim Cowie Jim Portus MBE FIMarEST AFNI Tim Hill MBE The Fishermen's Mission Fisheries Innovation & Sustainability Mick Bacon The pilot survey will: 🐟 Provide a range of fishermen, including skippers and crew, the opportunity to have their voice heard; 🐟 Improve understanding of the issues currently affecting the fishing industry; 🐟 Inform the development of policies and other tailored measures

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who made our first National Support Day such a success! 💙 Your support, stories, and encouragement have been invaluable, and we are so proud of what we’ve accomplished together. From sharing posts to making donations, each of you has played a role in supporting fishermen and their families. Special thanks to those who were featured in our videos and shared the stories of fishermen, and to Rose Cant and Jordan Rojano for their help with filming and editing. 🎥 We’d love to hear what motivated you to support our work—please share your stories in the comments! While our National Support Day is behind us, our mission continues daily. Visit our website to see how you can still make an impact: https://lnkd.in/e8jvnNJ2 We look forward to next year’s National Support Day, and until then, thank you for being a part of our community. 💙 #FishMishNationalSupportDay #FishMishSupporters #SupportFishermen #CorporateGiving

Today's the day! It's our very first National Support Day! 🎉💙 We’re deeply grateful for the incredible community that has supported us in caring for fishermen and their families for around 143 years. Our friend, influencer Rose Cant (MumonMuddylane from Instagram), shares a powerful story from Brixham, Devon, about how your support helped a fisherman through his most challenging times. With our quick response, he found the help he needed when it mattered most. We couldn't do this without you. Thank you so much for all your support for all this time. Please let us know today why you support us and how you're celebrating - we'd love to give you a direct thanks! Special thanks to Jordan Rojano for editing this video with Rose. #FishMishNationalSupportDay #SupportFishermen #CelebrateCommunity #CharitySupport

Our very first National Support Day is tomorrow! We’re excited to feature our longtime friend and supporter Fern Britton, who shares the moving story of how the Fishermen’s Mission supported a widower affected by diabetes. This is just one example of the incredible work supporters help us do to provide essential support for fishermen and their families. As we approach our National Support Day, now is the perfect time to become a supporter yourself. Share this post, leave a comment, or visit our website to make a donation. Help us continue providing crucial support to fishing communities across the UK. #FishMishNationalSupportDay #SupportFishermen #FernBritton #FishermensMission #CSR #FishingCommunities

Only 2 more days until our very first National Support Day, and we have another story to share from a special guest! Today, our friend and artist Barbara Hawkins shares a story that highlights the lifesaving work we do, made possible by your support. Two fishermen faced a terrifying ordeal off the Tyneside Coast when their boat sank in the North Sea. Thanks to personal flotation devices (PFDs) we provided alongside Seafish, they stayed afloat until the Tyneside lifeboat could reach them. After the rescue, we secured grants to replace their fishing gear, helping them safely return to sea. This work is only possible through the generosity of people like YOU. As we approach National Support Day, we celebrate the difference your support makes for fishermen and their families. 💙 You can visit our website to learn more about how you can support our mission: https://lnkd.in/e8jvnNJ2 Special thanks to Rose (mumonmuddylane from Instagram) and Jordan Rojano for filming and editing this video with Barbara. #FishMishNationalSupportDay #SupportFishermen #FishingSafety #CorporateGiving #CommunitySupport #CSR

We want to share Robert's story as we continue our countdown to our first National Support Day. Robert, a fisherman from Port Seton, reached out to his local Fishermen’s Mission Area Officer- Donna - when he was at his lowest point. With the support of Shipwrecked Mariner's Society grants and the generosity of our donors, we helped Robert find a safe home, rebuild relationships, and work through his recovery from addiction. As Robert says: “It’s ok to cry for help. That’s what I tell all fishermen, particularly young fishermen.” This story reminds us of the power of community support—and that we can't do this work alone. Your support is what makes our work with people like Robert possible. Join us in supporting fishermen and their families as we approach National Support Day, just 3 days away. You can visit our website to learn how to keep our work going: https://lnkd.in/e8jvnNJ2 #FishMishNationalSupportDay #SupportFishermen #ItsOkayToAskForHelp #CommunitySupport