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RAF Central Fund launches 2025 Impact Report

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RAF Central Fund launches 2025 Impact Report

This year’s report captures the people, programmes, and partnerships helping us to deliver meaningful support to serving RAF personnel. From enhancing wellbeing and resilience to creating new opportunities for sport and physical activity, each achievement is powered by collective action.

21st May 2026

Sports Day at RAF Valley

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Sports Day at RAF Valley

May 15, 2026

From Mat to Medals – Alfie’s Rise in Judo

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From Mat to Medals – Alfie’s Rise in Judo

Following an impressive performance at the British Judo Championships, RAF athlete Alfie Mitchell reflects on his journey from a childhood on the mat to becoming a six-time British Champion, international gold medallist, and a role model for aspiring judoka.

22nd April 2026

Health & Performance in Defence Symposium

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Health & Performance in Defence Symposium

June 16, 2026

A Competitive Edge – Overseas with RAF Triathlon

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A Competitive Edge – Overseas with RAF Triathlon

The RAF Central Fund supports athletes of all abilities and, through the Sport Associations, helps to provide overseas opportunities that enhance skills, team cohesion and professional development. This spring, 58 RAF triathletes are combining open-water swims, long cycling routes, and structured runs in sunny Mallorca.

20th March 2026

RAF Sport Generates £17.3m in Social Value

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RAF Sport Generates £17.3m in Social Value

A new report commissioned by the RAF Central Fund has once again demonstrated the powerful role that sport and physical activity plays in supporting the wellbeing of RAF personnel and generating measurable social value across the service.

16th March 2026

Sarah Bonar: Serving with Pride, Competing with Purpose

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Sarah Bonar: Serving with Pride, Competing with Purpose

On International Women’s Day, RAFCF Ambassador Flight Lieutenant Sarah Bonar’s story highlights dedication, resilience, and ambition. Balancing a career as a Royal Air Force Police Officer with competing as an elite international rugby player, she represents what can be achieved when passion and purpose align.

8th March 2026

Meet the 2026 RAFCF Athlete Ambassadors

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Meet the 2026 RAFCF Athlete Ambassadors

The RAF Central Fund unveils its 2026 Athlete Ambassadors, celebrating RAF personnel competing at elite level while serving.

6th March 2026

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Your chance to win from thousands of £s worth of prizes every week whilst supporting your RAF charity and enabling us to fund sport and physical activities across the RAF.

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