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Yvonne standing with walker in front of brown fence

“The support from the Fund has given me my spark back”

After a spinal tumour left her with limited mobility, RAF veteran Yvonne felt like a prisoner in her own home. Thanks to the Fund’s support, Yvonne has had access to…

7 March 2024
Amy Briggs holding medal left, Amy and Richard smiling right

Fundraiser completes half marathon in memory of RAF serviceman

On 2 March, fundraiser Amy Briggs took part in the annual Gym 2 Gym half marathon in Cyprus to raise money for the Fund, in memory of RAF Corporal Richard McLellan.

Sybil Piper in front of Strongest Link Garden

Women’s History Month: “My top secret and demanding job at RAF Medmenham during WW2”

This Women’s History Month, we want to celebrate the contributions women have made throughout history in the RAF. We spoke to Sybil Piper, who served in the Women’s…

3 March 2024
Jo Salter MBE

Women’s History Month: The RAF’s first female fast jet pilot

For Women’s History Month this March, we want to honour the achievements of Britain’s first female RAF fast jet pilot, (Honorary) Group Captain Flight Lieutenant Jo…

Elizabeth older on right wearing graduation gown and holding flowers, on left in uniform in the snow

“I’m so grateful for the RAF Benevolent Fund repairing my house while I underwent cancer treatment”

RAF veteran Elizabeth was struggling with the coldness of her home whilst recovering from cancer treatment. Thankfully, the Fund stepped in to provide the necessary home…

27 February 2024
Caroline and Roger Davidson in photo on left and on right family photo sitting on rock on the beach

“The Fund were like angels that came knocking on my door”

When Caroline lost her husband 25 years ago, her world fell apart overnight. But thanks to the support of the RAF Benevolent Fund’s Community Engagement Worker’s over…

20 February 2024