The Sailors’ Children’s Society is a national charity dedicated to supporting children whose parents have earned a livelihood at sea or on inland canals and rivers. They assist mariners from fishing fleets, Royal Navy, and Merchant Navy families, including those in ferries, cruise ships, cargo ships, and offshore industries.
Since 1821, the society has helped over 48,000 disadvantaged children across the UK.
Their support includes education grants, crisis assistance, and developmental opportunities, aimed at ensuring children can thrive despite the challenges their families may be facing.
Their film highlights the charity’s extensive support network through powerful personal stories, and aims to inspire others to support the Society, showcasing the tangible difference the charity makes in people’s lives.
Some photos from the film launch…
Latest Project Updates
September 2025
Bridge2Bridge raises £30,000
Now in its third year, the Bridge to Bridge cycling challenge saw 13 riders including three from John Good Group and 10 from other Hull businesses complete 212 miles and raise over £30,000 for Sailors’ Children’s Society. The Matthew Good Foundation boosted the total by £8,000 through the employee giving programme.
September 2024
Bridge2Bridge raises £20,000
In 2024, John Good Group CEO Adam Walsh cycled the 212 mile Bridge to Bridge for a second time, but this time he was not alone. Joined by Rich Quelch from the John Good Group, and six other riders from Hull businesses, they raised a combined £20,000 for the Sailors' Children's Society, with the John Good Group Employee Giving Programme contributing £4,000 in double-match funding.
June 2024
Film Launch hosted by John Good Group
The John Good Group have hosted the launch of the Sailors' Children's Socitey documentary at thier new office, Quarry House on Hesslewood Business Park.
October 2023
Adam raises over £3000 for Sailors' Children's Society
Adam Walsh – CEO of the John Good Group – has completed an ambitious 212-mile cycle ride for charity. Starting at the Severn Bridge in Gloucestershire, the ride spanned seven English counties and 212 miles, ending up in Adam’s home county of East Yorkshire at the Humber Bridge.