Our Vision
For serving RAF personnel to develop their full potential through sport and physical activities.
Our Mission
To enable serving RAF personnel to access sporting opportunities and physical activities.
Our Team
Your RAFCF Association Ambassadors
All RAF Sports Associations have an RAF Central Fund Ambassador who acts as your point of contact for the Fund and provides direct support when needed.
Find out who your RAFCF Ambassador is below.
Our History
1919 - 1922
Formation of the Air Council Central Fund to collate from disbanded RAF units monies donated to support the welfare of others in RAF service by both commissioned and Non-commissioned RAF personnel
1922 - 1937
The continued input and amalgamation of non-public welfare funds to improve the amenities of service life for the benefit of serving personnel
1937
Fund renamed ‘RAF Central Reserve Fund’ and the objectives of the Fund widened to allow for the provision of support towards the formation of Messes and Service Institutes at new RAF Units
1943
Fund registered under its current name as the ‘RAF Central Fund’
1993
RAF Sports Lottery established by the charity to generate additional funding to supplement income generated from invested monies
2007
The Mechanics Fund amalgamated into the Fund with the objectives of providing enrichment funding to support RAF trainees
2014
Fund incorporated with charitable constitution which reconfirms its original charitable purpose of providing enduring support to our serving personnel
2018
The Fund continues to work with our RAF colleagues to identify and respond to the evolving needs of our beneficiaries
2024
The Fund completes groundbreaking merger with the RAF Sports Federation and 36 RAF Sports Associations, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of sports and physical activity within the RAF
Latest News
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Operations Assistant
We are looking for an organised and adaptable individual to support the Fund’s Operations department to provide effective and proactive support.
19th November 2024
Latest News
RAF Central Fund Study Reveals £6.5 Million Social Value of Sport and Physical Activity
A new report commissioned by the RAF Central Fund has revealed the profound impact of sport and physical activity on both the wellbeing of personnel and the overall social value created within the service.
15th November 2024
Latest Faces of The Fund
Top Table Tennis Talent Headlines 2024 RAF Sport Awards
Among the impressive line-up of winners, a special highlight was AS1 Darcie Muggeson Proud, who was awarded RAF Sportswoman of the Year. She has achieved remarkable success in her first year of service.
14th November 2024
Latest Faces of The Fund
RAF Archery Success at UK National County Champs
Nine archers from across the RAF recently participated in the 2024 UK National County Championships at the Lilleshall National Sports & Conferencing Centre. The team achieved their best ever result in the competition, collecting a bronze medal in the Mixed Barebow event. We caught up with Sergeant Ellie Spinks and Flying Officer Ryan Elkes to hear all about the event and their success.
31st October 2024