WHAT WE DO
We provide lifelong support to serving and ex-serving RAF personnel and their families. We'll consider any request for assistance, however big or small, providing a tailor-made approach to each individual situation. From mobility aids and confidential counselling to financial grants, we offer a range of support tailored to the individual's needs.
We are honoured to maintain and preserve both the RAF Memorial and RAF Bomber Command Memorial in London on behalf of the nation.
We receive no routine government funding so rely on generous support from people like you. Discover where your money goes. By making a donation today, you could help us give members of the RAF Family the support, companionship and care they deserve.
How we spend our money
Find out about the different ways your money supports members of the RAF Family.
Our people
Learn more about Senior Management Team, our trustees, other staff and our ambassadors.
Our history
Founded by Lord Trenchard in 1919, the RAF Benevolent Fund has been supporting members of the RAF Family for more than 100 years.
Support for RAF stations
We provide a range of support for RAF personnel and their families.
Our strategy
Our vision is everyone in our RAF Family – veterans, serving personnel and their families – gets support in their hour of need.
Support for RAF Air Cadets
We are proud to offer an enhanced package of welfare support for the RAF Air Cadets, including members of the Combined Cadet Force.
RAF welfare resources
Information and relevant documentation for RAF welfare staff applying for financial assistance on behalf of serving personnel.
Caseworker resources
Information and relevant documentation for caseworkers who wish to submit an applications on behalf of RAF veterans and their dependants.
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