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RAF Benevolent Fund pays tribute to RAF veteran Jack Dark

All at the RAF Benevolent Fund honour the life and service of Jack Dark, a much-loved Second World War veteran, who has sadly passed away at the age of 102.

3 December 2025
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"It’s been a long, hard road for me – the Fund has helped get me through it"

Following a successful career in the RAF, Andy's life was deeply impacted by personal loss and mental health challenges. With the support of the Fund’s Community…

28 November 2025
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"The Folly is the perfect place to unwind and reconnect as a family"

With deployments, family responsibilities and the daily demands of service life, RAF couple Warrant Officer Fiona and Sergeant Matt Phillips often found it difficult to…

14 November 2025
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Fund pays tribute at Field of Remembrance

This Remembrance Day, the RAF Benevolent Fund is joining other military charities in a space at Westminster Abbey’s Field of Remembrance, to remember loved ones lost…

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Discover the benefits of cycling with the Fund’s Heritage Ride

Looking for a new way to boost your wellbeing, get outdoors and make a difference? The RAF Benevolent Fund’s virtual Heritage Ride 2025 offers the chance to improve your…

5 November 2025
Tony standing with bike in Fund vest in Arnhem

Fundraiser to take on Land’s End to John O’Groats ride in 2026

In April 2026, RAF Reserve Tony Hall will take on a 1000-mile cycle ride from Land’s End to John O’Groats to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund.

5 November 2025