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RAF Lossiemouth serviceman completes 18-mile Ben Nevis race fundraising challenge

On 20 September 2025, Aircraft Commander Mark Buxton completed the Ben Nevis Skyline run to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund.

29 September 2025
4 glass awards in a row

Nominations open for RAF Benevolent Fund Awards 2026

The annual awards offer RAF welfare charity, the RAF Benevolent Fund, an opportunity to formally recognise the contributions made by individuals, RAF Stations, squadrons…

Ben and daughter Dannii

RAF veteran to run Cirencester Half Marathon for Fund

On 2 November 2025, a Cotswolds RAF veteran will run the Cirencester Half Marathon to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund.

22 September 2025
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Fund awards £10k to support Walking With The Wounded charity

The RAF Benevolent Fund has awarded armed forces charity, Walking With The Wounded (WWTW), a grant for £10,000 to support RAF veterans and their families.

11 September 2025
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…