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How your money is spent

In 2024, fundraising efforts generated £16.2M for the RAF Benevolent Fund. Of that, approx. £10.7m was from gifts left in Wills.

Stuart's life changed when he was injured in the line of duty.

With your help in 2024 we supported a total of 64,876 members of the RAF Family.  Here are just some of the ways that support was received;  

  • We supported over 2000 individuals through our Listening and Counselling Service
  • £100k giving in grants for BenPlay sessions at RAF Stations; a 141.5% increase on last year
  • Our Housing Trust supported 357 people in 196 adapted homes, offering stability and dignity for those leaving service with complex needs. 

(source: RAF Benevolent Fund Impact Report 2024). 

To see more details about how we provided support in 2024, please read more in our latest impact report –  Impact Report. 

Gifts left in Wills can make a difference  - both big and small  

  • £500 can buy a standard wheelchair  
  • £5000 can buy a stairlift and cover the cost of installation  
  • £15,000 can pay for adaptations to a property bathroom for a veteran, including hoists, grips and seats for independent living.    
  • £50,000 can pay for 84 children to attend Airplay and Ben Clubs for one year.