As 2025 draws to a close, we want to wish everyone a very happy Christmas and a successful year of sport for the year ahead.🎄
The RAF Central Fund office will close for the festive period on Friday 19 December and will re-open on Friday 2 January 2026.Â
During the Christmas break, the RAF Sports Lottery draw will take place as usual and emails will be sent to the lucky winners on the day of the draw, Friday 26 December, with results being published on our website upon our return.
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RAFCF CHARITABLE FUNDING IN 2025
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2025 has been another fantastic year of achievement for sport in the RAF. We’ve been proud to support RAF personnel at all levels through our charitable funding to individuals, Stations/Units and Sport Associations. This support totals over £2.5 million across our collective funding streams, helping more than 17,000 personnel access sport and physical activity.
This year, we’re also celebrating £330,000 of commercial income from supporters working with our sports in mutually beneficial partnerships. Thank you to everyone who has worked with us so positively over the last 12 months. Â
As we head into 2026, we look forward to continuing to power RAF Sport and enabling all RAF serving personnel to develop their full potential through sport and physical activities.
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RAF DARTS OFF TO A FLYING START WITH WINMAU!
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Recent partners, Winmau, have wasted no time in showing their commitment as a sponsor for RAF Darts (RAFDA) by supplying many station clubs with kit and equipment for their brand-new facilities.
Including professional lighting and welcoming areas for players to relax and enjoy playing darts, Winmau provided boards, mats and surrounds, putting the icing on the cake for these incredible new venues. With the dedicated spaces already up and running, sessions for all ranks and abilities of players to get involved on a weekly basis are now underway, providing more RAF personnel with the ability to get involved with RAFDA.
We caught up with several key players, OIC Mark Culpan, and Thomas Long from Winmau to find out how this excellent sponsorship has positively impacted RAFDA and what's coming next! |
RECHARGE THIS CHRISTMAS
REFOCUS FOR THE NEW YEAR |
With the New Year approaching, it’s a time for new goals, new competitions, and new opportunities to perform at your best.
As the Official Accommodation Partner of the RAF Central Fund, SportsHotels.com is here to support you every step of the way. Providing affordable, reliable accommodation so you can stay rested, focused, and ready to compete.
Through our partnership, all members of the RAF community can access exclusive discounted hotel rates throughout the year. This benefit is designed to make travel easier and more affordable, wherever your journey takes you.
Feel free to share the link with family and friends - everyone can benefit from these savings! |
GREAT DISCOUNTS FOR RAF PERSONNEL |
Whatever the occasion, you’ll always find an offer to help make your money go further with Blue Light Card! Explore exclusive savings on everything from big-name brands and local businesses to restaurants, cinemas, theme parks and more…For more details about eligibility and the specific forms of ID that will be accepted, please visit Blue Light Card's FAQs page and sign up today to start saving. |
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Congratulations to our recent Sports Lottery jackpot winners, each taking home a massive £10,000! Â
THANK YOU to all of our players, your tickets help us to continue our charitable work to safeguard the health and wellbeing of serving personnel through access to sport and physical activities.
Have you changed rank or Station recently? If you need to update your account details or would like a reminder of your ticket numbers, please contact Sterling Lotteries on:Â
0370 050 5893
rafsports@sterlinglotteries.co.uk
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Dryrobe® is the original weather-proof change robe.
The dryrobe® Advance, and range of accessories, are made with recycled fabrics. The water-resistant finishing on all of their waterproof products is PFC-free and their cotton products are made using GOTS certified organic cotton.
10% discount for serving military personnel and veterans via VerifyPass on their website. |
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Sport Associations and Station teams can now purchase team kit from Kukri Sports!
Work with an Account Manager to choose the right technical fabric, design and logo additions for your team kit.
Kukri offer competitive prices and an RAF discount. Reduce, reuse, recycle is at the heart of their business enabling you to buy clothing responsibly. |
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S2AS offer unbeatable deals on the best in action sports gear at www.s2as.com. From kitesurfing to skiing, and snowboarding to camping, they’ve got you covered year-round with premium equipment, expert advice, and an exclusive RAF discount. Need help? The S2AS team is always happy to assist: shop@s2as.com. RAF personnel can benefit from a 10% discount when shopping online. |
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The Royal Air Force Central Fund is a company registered in England and Wales 8555984, Charity registered in England and Wales 1152560, Charity registered in Scotland SC044299.
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