The Royal Air Force Football Association
Also known as: Raffa
The organising of football activities within the RAF. This includes organising football leagues, cup competitions, coaching courses, referee courses for all genders. Governance in line with FA and RAF FA Sports Board regulations.
Activities & Mission
The organising of football activities within the RAF. This includes organising football leagues, cup competitions, coaching courses, referee courses for all genders. Governance in line with FA and RAF FA Sports Board regulations.
Areas of Operation
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £177,908 | £240,463 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2023 | £194,698 | £205,431 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £177,000 | £209,398 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2021 | £146,399 | £130,371 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2020 | £153,629 | £144,687 | 0 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Royal Air Force Football Association
What does The Royal Air Force Football Association do?
The organising of football activities within the RAF. This includes organising football leagues, cup competitions, coaching courses, referee courses for all genders. Governance in line with FA and RAF FA Sports Board regulations.
How much income did The Royal Air Force Football Association report in 2024?
The Royal Air Force Football Association reported total income of £178k and reported expenditure of £240k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Royal Air Force Football Association registered as a charity?
The Royal Air Force Football Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 May 2009 as charity number 1129460. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs The Royal Air Force Football Association?
The Royal Air Force Football Association is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mr Jon Smith. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Air Force Football Association operate?
The Royal Air Force Football Association operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Royal Air Force Football Association a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Air Force Football Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1129460.
Details
Brize Norton
Carterton
OX18 3LX
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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- 14 May 2026
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