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RAF Coningsby serviceman to complete 10 races in memory of RAF colleague who died playing rugby
A serviceman based at RAF Coningsby is taking part in 10 running events – a combination of marathons, half marathons and 10Ks – this year to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund, the RAF’s leading welfare charity.
The Youth Club Smile
Teenagers from RAF Marham's Airplay group reflect on what the group means to them and why it is so important…
RAF Benevolent Fund trustee receives MBE at Buckingham Palace
Air Vice-Marshal Simon Dougherty, the RAF Benevolent Fund's longest-standing trustee, has been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire for his service to the Armed Forces community and military charities. He received his honour from the Duke of Cambridge at a ceremony at Buckingham Palace on 25 February 2020.
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Time for tea at RAF Boscombe Down Airplay
Team work and cakes help Airplay youngsters raise money for their club activities at a tea party fundraiser. Members Bella, Daisy-mae, Isla and Siobhan tell us how the group organised the event and raked in £170!
Fund Ambassador becomes first Brit to complete World Marathon Challenge twice
RAF Benevolent Fund Ambassador Luke Wigman recently took on the World Marathon Challenge, completing seven marathons in seven continents over seven days. Having taken part back in 2017, Luke is the first Brit to complete the multi-event marathon twice.
Grant funds lunchtime yoga sessions at RAF Scampton
We recently awarded a grant of £1,200 for a series of 26 Yoga sessions at RAF Scampton.
“It was love at first sight”
This Valentine's Day, we'd like to take a moment to think about those RAF veterans and widows who've lost a partner later in life and now face their day-to-day lives alone. People like Margaret Peckham.
The Polish ace pilot who took the fight to Germany
By the end of the Battle of Britain the Poles had developed a fearsome reputation in combat, with 303 Squadron claiming the highest number of victories despite only joining the battle halfway through. We must never forget the incredible sacrifice those men made to protect our skies, men like 303 Squadron Commander Jan Zumbach.
Fifth memorial football match takes fundraising to almost £20,000
Phil Hallam and his family have raised £3,000 for the RAF Benevolent Fund in the latest annual football game in memory of his brother, SAC Andrew Hallam.
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RAF veteran bids to become first Brit to complete World Marathon Challenge twice
Former RAF Senior Aircraftman Luke Wigman will join 41 runners in one of the world’s most gruelling running events – completing seven marathons in seven days on seven continents.
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