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RAF Benevolent Fund Ambassador Rob Bugden takes on the Oxford Half
On 13 October, 44 fundraisers took part in the Oxford Half 2019 on behalf of the RAF Benevolent Fund, collectively raising almost £4,000 for the RAF’s leading welfare charity.
Blades Aerobatic Team fundraising soars to £32,000 for the RAF Benevolent Fund
2Excel Aviation's aerobatic display team, the Blades, held a veterans' brunch together with their charity partner, the RAF Benevolent Fund. With more than 50 people in attendance, 22 RAF veterans were introduced to the Fund and its potentially life-changing support when they attended the inaugural event at Sywell Aerodrome.
RAF Cosford hosts AIRFEST 2019
This year there were 19 Airplay Clubs attending AIRFEST 2019 at RAF Cosford. In this blog, Adele and Izzy share their story of how the day went.
On the road to recovery – World Mental Health Day
The loss of several loved ones in a short space of time left Sgt Mark Cunningham feeling depressed and suffering from panic attacks. With support from the RAF and the RAF Benevolent Fund he is now back on track and has agreed to tell his story for World Mental Health Day.
£100K play parks project re-opens at RAF Coningsby
Two revamped play parks at RAF Coningsby have been officially re-opened, following works costing £100,000. The project, funded by RAF welfare charity the RAF Benevolent Fund, redeveloped the existing play areas.
5K fundraiser takes place at Ulster University in aid of RAF Benevolent Fund
Earlier this month an all-new 5K trail run and 1.5K children’s race took place at Ulster University’s Coleraine Campus to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund.
RAF Spadeadam Half Marathon raises money for RAF Benevolent Fund in its 100th year
500 runners took part in the RAF Benevolent Fund RAF Spadeadam Half Marathon in Cumbria to raise money for the charity.
50 years of respite and care for the RAF Family
On Monday 30 September, Princess Marina House, affectionately known as PMH, celebrated its 50th birthday with a special party.
New centre opens at RAF Cosford to combat social isolation amongst junior ranks
A new facility aimed at reducing social isolation in junior ranks based at RAF Cosford has opened thanks to a grant from the RAF Benevolent Fund.
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RAF High Wycombe launches a new community hub
Last week a new community facility to support RAF families living at RAF High Wycombe was opened by Mrs Kate Wigston and RAF Benevolent Fund Chief Executive Air Vice-Marshal David Murray.
