RAF seek volunteers ahead of centenary celebrations

All money raised will go to the RAF100 Appeal and be shared between the RAF, RAF Association, RAF Benevolent Fund, RAF Charitable Trust and the RAF Museum

The RAF100 Appeal is looking for volunteer fundraisers in Manchester to help celebrate the centenary of the RAF.

The charity is seeking people to join serving RAF personnel by holding collection buckets around the city and at the RAF’s iconic RAF100 Aircraft Tour in Albert Square on Friday, September 14.

The tour is there from September 14-16, but the collection will take place on September 14 only.

Volunteer Manager Katharine Lord said: “We are looking for people who are passionate about the RAF and who want a day to remember.

"They’ll join serving personnel and collect money to support RAF veterans, serving men and women and their families.

"So if you or anyone you know is looking for a unique and exciting volunteering role, we’d love to hear from you.”

Alistair Wilson, a fundraising volunteer, added: “The fundraising days are fun and interactive and it really is about giving something back.”

All money raised will go to the RAF100 Appeal and be shared between the RAF, RAF Association, RAF Benevolent Fund, RAF Charitable Trust and the RAF Museum.

No experience is needed for the fundraising roles, as full training is provided.

If you are over 18 and would enjoy spending a few hours, or even the whole day, at one or more of the centenary events register now.

Find out more, including the times and dates for other collections, by visiting: rafa.org.uk/raf100volunteer or contact the volunteer team at: raf100volunteers@rafa.org.uk or call 0800 018 2361.

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