Lifeboats

Over the past thirty years, the Foundation has given extensive support to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).

The RNLI is a registered charity that saves lives at sea. It provides the 24-hour on-call service to cover search and rescue requirements out to 100 nautical miles from the coast of the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland and a seasonal lifeguard service on appropriate beaches throughout England and Wales. The RNLI is independent from Government and continues to rely on voluntary contributions and legacies for its income. Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboats have saved more than 137,000 lives. Today, volunteer crew members continue to readily exchange leisure, comfort and sleep for cold, wet and fatigue. Their lifesaving work is essential, often difficult and sometimes dangerous.

The Foundation has funded three all-weather lifeboats - RNLB Sir Max Aitken, RNLB Sir Max Aitken II and RNLB Max Aitken III.

Visit the RNLI site

Photos: RNLI