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Fund ambassador Rob Bugden talking to a fellow veteran

New veterans’ hub launches in St Athan to support former RAF personnel

A new monthly veterans’ hub has launched in St Athan, South Wales, giving former service personnel a welcoming place to meet, share experiences, and access support.

Riding on Air RAF Wyton

Cyclists complete epic 600-mile ‘Riding on Air’ challenge raising £58,000 for Fund

Bolton businessman and lifelong cycling enthusiast Andrew Crompton and a team of 15 riders have completed a gruelling eight-day challenge, covering more than 600 miles…

A child flying a tin foil aeroplane on his mum's shoulders outside the Bomber Command Memorial

RAF Benevolent Fund releases 2024 Impact Report

The RAF Benevolent Fund has released its 2024 Impact Report, marking another year of high demand and high impact as it continued to deliver vital practical, emotional,…

Joe walking on a bridge

Fund supporter takes on virtual John O’Groats to Land’s End challenge

Over the next year, RAF veteran Joe Wallace will be raising money for the RAF Benevolent Fund by walking the distance of John O-Groats to Land’s End virtually in his…

28 August 2025
4 personnel wearing Fund vests posing at finish line with Fund flag

RAF personnel complete skateboarding challenge for Fund

On Sunday 17 August, a team of four serving RAF personnel took part in a six-hour skateboarding challenge to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund.

26 August 2025
Two gentleman sitting together in front of lake on break

Banham Foundation awards £10K grant to support Fund's Group Friendship Breaks

The Banham Foundation has awarded the RAF Benevolent Fund with a grant for £10,000 to support RAF veterans attending Group Friendship Breaks.

19 August 2025