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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Babcock commit to supporting RAF Sport with new agreement announced
The RAF Central Fund is delighted to announce that after a successful first year, Babcock International Group (Babcock), the defence and aerospace company, has agreed to continue its partnership as a proud supporter of RAF Sport into 2025.
11th December 2024
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Celebrating RAF Sportsman of the Year 2024: Mike Cutler
The 2024 RAF Sport Awards represented an opportunity to honour the finest athletic talent within the RAF Community, and this year’s RAF Sportsman of the Year award belonged to a truly extraordinary individual - Mike Cutler.
6th December 2024
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The Rising Popularity of Pickleball
Combining elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong, pickleball is a sport rising in popularity across the RAF. With its unique blend of accessibility, fun and competitiveness, pickleball offers a great opportunity for people of all ages and fitness levels to get involved in sport, from avid athletes to beginners looking for a new physical activity.
27th November 2024
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Accounts Payable Administrator
We are looking for an organised and efficient individual to support the Fund’s Finance department over the next 12 months. The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail and accuracy plus experience with accounts payable and reconciliations.
22nd November 2024