The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund
(a) Providing relief and assistance to past and present members of the Royal Air Force and their dependants who are in need as a result of poverty, disability, sickness, infirmity or otherwise.(b) enhancing the morale and well being of serving members of the Royal Air Force(c)Maintaining the RAF war memorial on the Victoria embankment, London.
Activities & Mission
(a) Providing relief and assistance to past and present members of the Royal Air Force and their dependants who are in need as a result of poverty, disability, sickness, infirmity or otherwise.(b) enhancing the morale and well being of serving members of the Royal Air Force(c)Maintaining the RAF war memorial on the Victoria embankment, London.
Grants
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £3,123,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, accommodation or housing, arts, culture, heritage, or science, armed forces or emergency service efficiency and other charitable purposes
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £27,695,000 | £22,244,000 | £16,767,000 | £128,984,000 | £123,028,000 | 132 / 85 |
| 2024 | £21,649,000 | £22,269,000 | £17,141,000 | £125,868,000 | £119,606,000 | 123 / 150 |
| 2023 | £19,003,000 | £24,133,000 | £18,916,000 | £122,809,000 | £51,000,000 | 129 / 49 |
| 2022 | £23,853,000 | £22,484,000 | £17,471,000 | £124,121,000 | £50,514,000 | 109 / 104 |
| 2021 | £25,528,000 | £22,359,000 | £17,657,000 | £121,963,000 | £43,300,000 | 117 / 95 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund
What does The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund do?
(a) Providing relief and assistance to past and present members of the Royal Air Force and their dependants who are in need as a result of poverty, disability, sickness, infirmity or otherwise.(b) enhancing the morale and well being of serving members of the Royal Air Force(c)Maintaining the RAF war memorial on the Victoria embankment, London.
How much income did The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund report in 2025?
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund reported total income of £27.70m and reported expenditure of £22.24m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund registered as a charity?
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 June 2000 as charity number 1081009. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund?
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund operate?
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund operates across 34 areas, including Argentina, Australia, Austria and 31 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1081009.
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