We are the longest-standing Royal Air Force charity, dedicated to supporting serving and former RAF personnel, and their families.
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Mar 16
The impact of events in the Middle East can be felt in many ways. You may have been affected directly, or you may be worried about loved ones. Whatever your circumstances, we're here with emotional and financial support for you and your family.
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2025 marked 15 years of providing a great programme for our @royalairforce children and young people delivered by our partners @OneYMCA.
Read the full report:
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Jun 13
As flypasts mark the King's Birthday Parade, we remember Queen Elizabeth's deep bond with the @RoyalAirForce.
Did you or a loved one meet Her Majesty The Queen in service? Share your memories on the Digital Memorial: queenelizabeth.com/#map=5.5/…
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Jun 12
Many thanks to @RAFHockey Chair Wing Commander Sharon Everett-Hall and her team for hosting us at Lilleshall Sports Centre for the RAF Hockey Association Interstation Tournament & Annual Dinner on Friday 5 June. This is part of our RAF Partnerships programme.
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Jun 12
The annual Inter-Livery Rifle Shoot at Bisley Camp raised vital funds for us.
Over 60 participants competed, and RAF veteran Ivor Barnett joined the day, sharing how the disciplines took him back 70 years to his National Service days.
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Jun 12
👉 Learn more about this incredible day of camaraderie: rafbf.org/news-and-stories/f…
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Jun 11
Are you a parent with two or more children? You may be aware that the government removed the two-child limit for both Child Benefit and Universal Credit (UC) in April 2026. This means there is more financial support available to the @royalairforce Family.
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Jun 10
This #CarersWeek we want to highlight the support we offer for Carers needing support❤️💙
Our FREE 'Digital Resource for Carers' platform has a range of resources available to help you!
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Jun 10
Thank you Jacob. Cleaning cars and raising funds for us, you're a true champion 🏆
Genius idea to help me reach my ÂŁ100,000 target this year for the @RAFBF
Sadly I’m only able to offer it to residents where I live.
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3,200km. 11 personnel. Three days.
15 Squadron RAF Regiment virtually pushed their limits from RAF Akrotiri to RAF Marham, covering 355km each to raise funds for us.
Corporal Townsend: "I have friends who used the Fund’s services to help them through hard times."
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🔗 Read more: rafbf.org/news-and-stories/f…
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This #CarersWeek, we want to appreciate those who, like Anne, look after loved ones.
After 17 years as an RAF armourer, Sergeant Ian Amstad's life changed after a fall.
Whether you need peer support, home adaptations or digital resources, we are here for you đź’™
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🔗 Find out about the support for carers here: rafbf.org/get-support/care-a…
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This Volunteers' Week, discover a unique opportunity to support the RAF Family.
No matter how much time you have to spare, you could help make a difference, give something back, and make memories that last a lifetime.
👉 See more: app.betterimpact.com/PublicO…
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Before D-Day, RAF Bomber Command lost nearly 300 aircraft & 1,500 men forming a 'ring' to isolate the Normandy battle area.
Their sacrifice paved the way for liberation.
đź’™Honour them and donate today: rafbf.org/DDAY26S
📸Photo credit: Air Historical Branch
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As a dedicated volunteer, Marcus uses the skills from his career to support us across the country.
If you've ever thought about volunteering, Marcus's advice is simple: 'I would thoroughly recommend it... It’s rewarding to commit your time to a worthy cause.'
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Our thoughts are with the family and friends of our Royal Naval colleagues after this sad news.
It is with deep sadness that we can confirm three members of the Royal Navy have died during a helicopter training exercise on Wednesday 3 June near Sourton, Devon.
ALT It is with deep sadness that we can confirm three members of the Royal Navy have died during a helicopter training exercise on Wednesday 3 June near Sourton, Devon. The families of the Service personnel have been informed and have requested a period of grace before further details are released. Our thoughts and sympathies are with their families and friends at this sad time.
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The 86th Anniversary Battle of Britain Service of Thanksgiving and Rededication will take place at Westminster Abbey at 11am on Sunday 20 September 2026.
If you would like the opportunity to attend, you can apply by writing to the address below.
📸credit: Air Historical Branch
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