The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch
Also known as: The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne Branch, R a F a
To promote the welfare by charitable means of those who are serving or who have served in Our Air Forces, their wives and dependants of those who died either while serving in Our Air Forces or thereafter.
Activities & Mission
To promote the welfare by charitable means of those who are serving or who have served in Our Air Forces, their wives and dependants of those who died either while serving in Our Air Forces or thereafter.
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.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2023.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — Royal Air Forces Association Seahaven Branch (organisation 3955078)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £18,147 | £21,223 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2022 | £29,887 | £16,810 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2020 | £14,484 | £42,866 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch
What does The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch do?
To promote the welfare by charitable means of those who are serving or who have served in Our Air Forces, their wives and dependants of those who died either while serving in Our Air Forces or thereafter.
How much income did The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch report in 2023?
The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch reported total income of £18k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch registered as a charity?
The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 December 1963 as charity number 231523. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch?
The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch operate?
The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne & Hailsham Branch is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 231523.
Details
EASTBOURNE
East Sussex
BN23 8AQ
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Also Known As
- The Royal Air Forces Association - Eastbourne Branch
- R a F a
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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