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Op PITTING documentary – where to find support

In August 2021, one of the largest British military undertakings took place during the evacuation of Kabul Airport after the Taliban seized power across Afghanistan.

Neil Green standing smiling

“The counselling from the Fund has picked me up during difficult times in my life”

After the loss of both parents, separating from his wife, and a decline in his personal health, RAF veteran Neil sought the support from the Fund’s welfare services to…

9 October 2023
Alice in wheelchair smiling

“The Group Breaks have made me feel part of society again”

RAF veteran Alice Judge attended the Hayling Island Group Breaks in June 2023, an initiative set up by the RAF Benevolent Fund to help prevent social isolation and…

29 June 2023
RAF Central Band performing at concert

RAF Central Band play special concert at Missenden Abbey to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund

On 16 June, the historic 12th century Missenden Abbey played host to a concert from the RAF's Central Band, who performed a wide repertoire including pieces from the…

Sybil Piper and friend at Chelsea Flower Show 2022

Marking Armed Forces Day 2023

To mark Armed Forces Day on 24 June, we would like to take this opportunity to highlight the important work of the UK Armed Forces and hearing from the RAF Family about…

Group Breaks

How we supported RAF veterans at the Hayling Island Group Breaks

Social isolation, relationship difficulties and psychological issues are affecting significant numbers of the RAF veteran community, including an estimated 100,000…

16 June 2023