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A tribute to John “Paddy” Hemingway: the last of “The Few”

The RAF Benevolent Fund is saddened to hear that Battle of Britain veteran, Group Captain John “Paddy” Hemingway DFC, passed away on 17 March 2025 at the age of 105.

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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo donates £70,000 to the Fund, supporting the RAF Family

The RAF Benevolent Fund is delighted to have received a generous £70,000 donation from The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. The Tattoo has been a huge support to the…

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Fundraiser takes on English Channel swim for Fund

On 19 July 2025, fundraiser Helen Jenkins will take on a solo swim of the English Channel to raise money for five charities including the RAF Benevolent Fund.

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King’s Colour Squadron servicemen take on loaded march for Fund

On 31 January 2025, 32 members of A Flight 63 Squadron King’s Colour Squadron will be taking part in a loaded march to commemorate the 83rd anniversary of the formation…

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RAF personnel supported by Fund to compete in first-ever hybrid Invictus Games

This February, RAF serving personnel and veterans supported by the RAF Benevolent Fund will compete in the first-ever hybrid Invictus Games hosted in Canada.

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Fund and RAF Stations share festive cheer with veterans this Christmas

Throughout December, RAF stations have celebrated the festive season with a host of Christmas lunches, activities, and hamper deliveries to veterans, supported by the…