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One day's service, a lifetime of support

For 106 years, the RAF Benevolent Fund has stood side-by-side with the RAF Family, providing practical, emotional and financial support, whenever needed. 

From the Fund’s inception in 1919, through to the Second World War and more recent events, we have been there for serving personnel, veterans and their families - and will continue to be here in the years ahead. 

One Day’s Service – A Lifetime of Support

VE Day

VE Day

8 May 1945 marked the end of World War Two in Europe. The day was one of celebration in Britain and saw people coming together to enjoy the victory in streets up and down the country.

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Sybil Piper in front of Strongest Link Garden

VE Day 80: "It's important for us to remember during this time"

To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day on 8 May 2025, we spoke to WAAF veteran Sybil Piper about her memories of the day Victory in Europe was declared, and how the Fund…

28 April 2025
RAF Family
VE Day news
Reg Lawrence Biggin Hill

VE Day 80: "Everyone started jumping and cheering"

To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day on 8 May 2025, we spoke to RAF veteran Reg Lawrence about the community support he has received from the Fund and his memories of…

28 April 2025
RAF Family
VE Day news
Op Doomsday

RAF operations during VE Day

To mark 80 years on since VE Day, we take a look at some of the remarkable operations RAF personnel undertook in the lead up and following VE Day.

29 April 2025
History and heritage
RAF Family

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Supporting the RAF Family from 1919 to today

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