Skip to main content
Home

NEWS AND STORIES

Fund stand and Red Arrows at Ayr Show

Fund partners with South Ayrshire Council for third year at International Ayr Show – Festival of Flight

On 5-6 September 2025, the Fund partnered with South Ayrshire Council for the third year at the highly anticipated International Ayr Show – Festival of Flight.

11 September 2025
A black and white image of plotters

Battle of Britain 85: The role of a WAAF Plotter

This month marks the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, and we’re spotlighting the diverse roles of RAF personnel who served during that pivotal time. In…

A black and white image of RAF chefs

Then and now: The role of an RAF Chef

To mark the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, we spotlight the role of a chef in the RAF, and how the position has progressed from the Second World War to today…

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,…