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RAF Benevolent Fund pays tribute to WAAF veteran, Sybil Piper

All at the RAF Benevolent Fund are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Women’s Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF) veteran and Fund beneficiary, Sybil Piper, who died…

13 April 2026
Ann smiling in Fund gillet outdoors in greenery

"The Fund has been like another family to me since my MS diagnosis"

Working in the RAF as a police woman for two decades, being an active runner and taking part in multiple expeditions over the years, Ann Hughes has always taken on…

13 May 2023
Image of an RAF veteran on a walk with a view of mountains behind him

“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
Robert on his mobility scooter in park

“Having the Fund there reminds you you’re still part of the RAF Family”

For RAF veteran Robert McDowall, the support from the RAF Benevolent Fund has been life changing. With practical and financial assistance organised by the Fund’s welfare…

15 July 2025
Tony in front of spitfire on his motorbike

RAF veteran to complete Land’s End to John O’Groats fundraiser on motorcycle

RAF veteran Tony Jackson will be taking on the Land’s End to John O’Groats (LEJOG) challenge on his motorcycle, to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund.

3 men including Stu holding the print in front of motorbike

April Fools Club launch special commemorative print to raise money for Fund

On Wednesday 1 April, the April Fools Club launched a special edition print in commemoration of Operation Highmast, to raise money for the Fund.

7 April 2026