Posted with King’s Colour Squadron providing ceremonial support and managing a team of 30 personnel, Lance Corporal Shameem Kabir loved his career in the RAF. However,…
When Sergeant Alan found himself struggling with the effects of post-operational stress, he realised he couldn’t face it alone. Reaching out to the RAF Benevolent Fund…
When former RAF serviceman Matt Neve faced financial uncertainty following injury and major life changes, the RAF Benevolent Fund provided vital support – helping to…
On 19 June, three RAF Valley personnel will be taking on five marathons in five days along the Anglesey Coastal Path to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund.
Following a successful career in the RAF, Andy's life was deeply impacted by personal loss and mental health challenges. With the support of the Fund’s Community…
On 29 May 2026, the RAF Small Arms Association and the City of Livery Companies joined forces to host their annual rifle shooting competition in support of the RAF’s…
Are you a parent with two or more children? You may be aware that the government removed the two-child limit for both Child Benefit and Universal Credit (UC) in April…
We spoke to Fund volunteer Marcus Dodd about his role supporting fundraising and engagement activities, the experience he brings from both his RAF service and civilian…
We spoke to Fund volunteer Allan Goodison, who volunteers alongside his wife Caroline, to find out more about their role and why giving back is so important to them…
On Sunday 24 May, Warrant Officer Neil Mackie has marked his retirement from the RAF by taking on the Edinburgh Marathon in support of the RAF Benevolent Fund.
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,…
The RAF Benevolent Fund is delighted to announce a fourth year of partnership with South Ayrshire Council for The International Ayr Show – Festival of Flight 2026.
The RAF Benevolent Fund was proud to join personnel and staff at RAF Brize Norton to celebrate the official opening of a newly refurbished kitchen at the Airplay youth…
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week (11-17 May), we spoke to Air Commodore Simon Harper, Director of Operations at the Fund, about the mental wellbeing support…
When Lucy and her husband, AS1 Steward Kieran, moved to RAF Marham, they were excited to make it their home. Like many RAF families, they embraced the stability,…
VE Day is a day of celebration, marking Germany’s unconditional surrender of its armed forces. While VE and VJ Day stand as a reminder of the end of war, it was not the…
To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day this year, we spoke to members of the RAF Family about what it means to commemorate this milestone day in history.
To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day on 8 May 2025, we spoke to RAF veteran Reg Lawrence about the community support he has received from the Fund and his memories of…
To mark VE Day 80, we spoke to Squadron Leader Barney Polden about why VE Day is important to him as a proud member of a military family spanning generations.
Come and experience 'running as it should be' at Run Bournemouth Half marathon and Supersonic 10k on Sunday 11 October 2026. All in aid of RAF Benevolent Fund.
From a team relay to a full marathon, the Edinburgh Marathon Festival's a great choice for all running abilities over this long weekend in Scotland's capital.
