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Matt Wickens and family on beach

“The Fund was there for our family when we needed it most”

After a devastating sledging accident left RAF serviceman Matt Wickens in constant pain with a long recovery, the RAF Benevolent Fund was there by his side providing…

22 June 2025
Christine and Richard cropped

"One phone call has led to so much support"

Christine Carr joined the RAF in 1985 and served for two years as a Senior Aircraftwoman based at RAF Henlow. Christine was always aware of the Fund but didn’t realise…

12 June 2025
John Wright and Lewis smiling

“The Fund futureproofed our home for our family”

For 16 years the Fund has been there for John and his family with financial and practical support, helping them provide 24/7 care to their son Lewis.

21 May 2025
Pic of Neil with wife and daughter in the middle of a field

“I know the Fund will always be there for my family and I – it’s a massive relief”

After a serious car accident ended Neil Fellingham’s RAF career and left him with a permanent leg injury, he and his young family faced new challenges. With the added…

14 May 2025
Helen holding pic of husband Bill in uniform

“The support from the Fund has given me comfort and security”

For RAF widow Helen, the RAF Benevolent Fund became a lifeline when her husband’s health deteriorated. Thanks to the support of the Fund’s welfare team in Scotland,…

12 May 2025
RAF Leeming polytunnels

"The polytunnels have given RAF Leeming families a sense of community"

To mark National Gardening Week (28 April - 4 May), we spoke with personnel from RAF Leeming to find out how grants from the Fund towards polytunnels and a new outdoor…