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“The Fund gave me my life back”

After being medically discharged following a spinal injury that ended his 14-year RAF career, veteran Corporal Chris Platts found himself struggling physically, mentally…

8 January 2026
Holiday Provision RAF Odiham

RAF Benevolent Fund expands Holiday Provision pilot for RAF families

The RAF Benevolent Fund has confirmed that its new Holiday Provision, piloted in summer 2025, will be extended and expanded across more RAF units in 2026 after receiving…

6 January 2026
Older couple outside

Top tips for your health and happiness this winter

As we move into winter, it’s especially important to look after our health and wellbeing. Colder weather, shorter days and rising living costs can make this time of year…

19 December 2025
RAF veterans pulling Christmas crackers

Fund provides festive cheer for veterans across RAF Stations

Throughout December, RAF stations across the country have marked the festive season with a range of Christmas lunches, activities, and hamper deliveries for veterans,…

MoD Boscombe Down sensory cabin

RAF Benevolent Fund supports new sensory cabin for families at MoD Boscombe Down

The RAF Benevolent Fund was proud to recently join staff, serving personnel and families at MoD Boscombe Down to celebrate the official opening of a new Sensory Cabin, a…

15 December 2025
Christmas carol concert in church

Fund hosts annual Christmas Concert at St Clement Danes

On Wednesday 10 December 2025, we welcomed guests to our annual Carol Concert at St Clement Danes Church, the Central Church of the Royal Air Force.

11 December 2025