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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
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Month of the Military Child: How Fund supports RAF children and young people

As April marks Month of the Military Child, the RAF Benevolent Fund shines a light on the vital emotional, practical and wellbeing support it provides to thousands of…

1 April 2026
Simon cutting the ribbon at RAF Northolt polytunnels

Fund supports RAF Northolt personnel and families by funding community polytunnel

On 25 March, RAF Northolt officially opened its new community allotment polytunnel – a large tunnel-like structure used for growing plants and food – funded through a…

Dad and baby

Upcoming changes to Statutory Sick Pay and parental leave

From 6 April 2026, the government is introducing several important updates to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) and parental leave. These changes are designed to make support…

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Shortlist revealed for RAF Benevolent Fund Awards 2026

The RAF Benevolent Fund has unveiled the shortlist for its prestigious 2026 annual awards, with the ceremony set to take place in central London in April.

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Help with heating oil costs

Rising heating oil prices – driven in part by current global events – continue to put pressure on households across the UK. To support those most affected, the…

26 March 2026