We are the longest-standing Royal Air Force charity, dedicated to supporting serving and former RAF personnel, and their families.
United Kingdom and overseas
Joined January 2009
- Tweets22.3K
- Following1.3K
- Followers32.4K
- Likes16.3K
Pinned Tweet
🎂Today (Friday 23 October) marks our 107th anniversary. 💙
📅For over a century, our commitment has never wavered - supporting serving personnel, veterans, and their families through every challenge, big or small.
#RAFBenevolentFund
Today is Armistice Day. It marks the moment in 1918 when the fighting of the First World War ceased.
Join the entire nation at 11:00am for the two-minute silence.
🔗Learn how we've supported the RAF Family since 1919:
rafbf.org/one-days-service-l…
The Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey, organised by The @PoppyFactory is now open - offering a space of profound peace and reflection.
🗓️ Open daily until November 15th (8:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
📍 Westminster Abbey
#RAFBenevolentFund #Remembrance2026
Remembrance Day marked a profound time to honour all those who made the ultimate sacrifice and to remember the families whose lives were forever changed by conflict.
👉 Read Ann's full story here: rafbf.org/news-and-stories/n…
#RAFBenevolentFund #LestWeForget
This weekend, the @RoyalAirForce Family pauses to honour those who never came home, and those who carry the legacy of service every single day.
Lest we forget.
rafbf.org/one-days-service-l…
During this time of Remembrance, we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice during conflicts and remember the families of loved ones lost.
Please, during this period of Remembrance, could you support to our @RoyalAirForce Family with a donation?
rafbf.org/form/donation-rem-…
9
415
Every year, we take part in the poignant ceremony at the Westminster Abbey Field of Remembrance, organised by @PoppyFactory.
It was opened on 5 November by the Duchess of Gloucester and representatives from the Fund walked through the grounds to pay tribute.
📸Ollie Dixon
This remembrance period, we're reflecting on the profound bonds of service, love, and loss that connect generations.
Share a memory of a loved one who served, in the comments below.
📽️Watch @AMemoryOwedFilm: youtube.com/watch?v=PYtZtSvE…
Lest we forget.
#RAFBenevolentFund
This week, we pause to remember 💙
We honour the courage, commitment, and ultimate sacrifice made by @RoyalAirForce personnel, including the colleagues and friends who never came home.
#RAFBenevolentFund #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget
Learn more about how we support the RAF Family, from veterans to serving personnel and their families, today 👇
rafbf.org/one-days-service-l…
2
95
For over a century, we have stood side-by-side with the @RoyalAirForce Family, providing vital support.
Over 60% of our vital work, from confidential counselling and mobility aids to respite breaks for families, is only possible through gifts left in Wills.
#RAFBenevolentFund
1
10
383
💙 Want to be Part of the Heart of the RAF Family? Find out more about leaving a gift in your Will: rafbf.org/get-involved/ways-…
1
110
After 22 years in the @RoyalAirForce, RAF Police Sergeant Alan found himself facing severe post-operational stress.
In 2025, Alan finally took the emotional step of reaching out to us.
#InternationalStressAwarenessWeek
1
5
520
➡Read Alan's full story: rafbf.org/news-and-stories/w…
2
141
Thank you to @Whitby_TC Mayor Cllr Sandra Turner & everyone who supported Whitby Armed Forces Day for raising £486.78 for us. The cheque was presented to @RAFFylingdales Wing Commander Toby Steward.
We're grateful for the donation which will help us support the RAF Family.
Finding the right financial support shouldn't mean spending hours digging through search engines.
As veteran Mike Goody explains, the Lightning Reach portal can help you discover the help you qualify for.
#RAFBenevolentFund #LightningReach #TalkMoneyWeek
🔗Get started today: rafbf.org/get-support/financ…
2
150
We are proud of the RAF's legacy, and we are privileged to stand by every member of the RAF Family, whenever and wherever they need us.
Tap the link below to see how we continue to deliver a lifetime of support:
rafbf.org/one-days-service-l…
#RAFBenevolentFund @RoyalAirForce
Born in Port of Spain, Trinidad, in 1925, Prince Albert "Jake" Jacob volunteered for the @RoyalAirForce at just 17 years old, joining over 6,000 Caribbean men who answered Britain's call.
🔗Read his full story here: rafbf.org/news-and-stories/n…
#RAFBenevolentFund
5
394
We're delighted to have received a £50,000 donation from a special initiative celebrating the 90th anniversary of the iconic Spitfire. Organised by @RAFBBMF & @spitfiresdotcom. Thank you to everyone who bid & flew to help us support the RAF Family.
#RAFBenevolentFund #Spitfire
To support the partners of serving personnel as well as veterans, we’ve awarded a £5,000 grant to RFS Foundation CIO for 6 months of free, 1-to-1 career coaching and mentoring for the @RoyalAirForce Family.
➡️ Find out more by contacting @recruit4spouses
#RAFBenevolentFund
You can read the full article to learn more here: rafbf.org/news-and-stories/n…
From shared memories to stolen chocolate, camaraderie is at the heart of the @RoyalAirForce 💙
Our Group Friendship Breaks give veterans and beneficiaries the chance to relax, reconnect, and build lifelong friendships in a supportive, welcoming setting.
#RAFBenevolentFund
5
271
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, children at 25 @RoyalAirForce across the UK enjoyed access to summer holiday camps packed with fun, learning and adventure. Your support helps us fund initiatives like these, making a real difference to RAF families.
#RAFBenevolentFund
1
8
368
Congratulations to Lewis, an RAF Medic at @RAF_Leeming who completed the tough #PARAS10 challenge, carrying a 35lb bergen over 10 miles at Catterick Garrison while raising funds for us.
Thank you for supporting serving personnel, veterans & their families. 💙
#RAFBenevolentFund
Read the full story on our website: rafbf.org/news-and-stories/f…
1
103