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Jacob the Pilot to take on Five Dams in Five Days in £100K pledge of support for Fund

On 18 August 2025, Jacob Newson, known as Jacob the Pilot, will take on a 200km cycle ride and wild camp across Germany to raise money for the Fund.

28 July 2025
Ascension Island Air Terminal children's play area

Fund transforms children’s facilities at RAF Ascension Island Air Terminal

The children’s facilities at RAF Ascension Island Air Terminal have had a much-needed upgrade, thanks to a generous grant from the RAF Benevolent Fund – the RAF’s…

25 July 2025
RAF Wittering personnel at new outdoor hub

How the Fund supported improvements to Station facilities at RAF Wittering

We take a look at how our Station Grants programme has supported investment in facilities at RAF Wittering and enhanced the wellbeing of serving personnel and their…

Robert on his mobility scooter in park

“Having the Fund there reminds you you’re still part of the RAF Family”

For RAF veteran Robert McDowall, the support from the RAF Benevolent Fund has been life changing. With practical and financial assistance organised by the Fund’s welfare…

15 July 2025
Al in Thames and in sea swimming

King’s Colour Squadron serviceman to support Fund with English Channel swim

On 28 July 2025, RAF serviceman Al Peirce will be completing a swim of the English Channel to raise money for the Fund.

15 July 2025
Group of young people in purple and blue Airplay hoodies standing in group posing

RAF Benevolent Fund and One YMCA launch 2024 Airplay Annual Review

The RAF Benevolent Fund and One YMCA have launched the latest Airplay Annual Review for 2024.

2 July 2025