We're the charity that supports the RAF community Menu Open navigation menu They were there for us in our darkest days. We must not fail them in theirs. For over 90 years, the RAF Association have championed a simple belief – that no member of the RAF community should ever be left without the help that they need. Not since WWII has the RAF been so constantly deployed on global operations – and across the generations, the need for support is becoming ever more complex. Demand for our services is therefore increasing significantly. For the sake of everyone who needs our help, we must continue to evolve and innovate to meet these new challenges and remain at the leading edge of service provision. We must champion the best interests of the RAF community more strongly than ever before. Only then can we be sure that every member of our RAF community is receiving the support they need and deserve. Our impact Need help finding some information? Use the options below to let us know who you are and which of our services you would like to learn more about. I... need help want to help  I want to... learn about how you can support me learn about how I can find friendship learn about taking one of the holiday breaks you offer learn about participating in the mental wellbeing course you deliver learn about the support you offer to Dementia carers serving in the RAF learn about the childcare you provide on stations learn about receiving advice on resolving an issue with my war pension  Donate Find out more Become a member Find out more Volunteer Find out more Latest news Santas on the run November 29, 2021 Our Santa Run is back! This festive season Santas all over the world will be running to raise money for the Royal Air Forces Association.* The first RAF Association Santa Run took place in the Falkland ... RAFA Rides 2022 – it’s a gift November 24, 2021 The perfect cycling gift could be just a click away. Treat the cycling fanatic in your life this Christmas to a place in RAFA Rides 2022. Gift entries will come with a fabulous RAFA ... RAFA Shop Black Friday deals November 22, 2021 RAFA Shop’s Black Friday deals will help you get ahead with your Christmas shopping and help support the RAF community. On 26, 27 and 28 November 2021 you can get 10% off orders over ... View all news Patron: Her Majesty The Queen Registered Charity 226686 (England & Wales). SC037673 (Scotland). About us Contact us News Events Jobs Newsletter sign-up © Copyright 2021 The Royal Air Forces Association Accessibility Privacy Policy Safeguarding Terms & Conditions We use cookies to give you the best experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. You can control these by clicking ‘Manage settings'. Manage settings ALLOW ALL COOKIES