RAF Odiham wins top fundraising award
For the second year in a row the RAF benevolent fund names the base 'Station of the Year'
RAF Odiham near Basingstoke has been recognised for its fundraising.
The base - which is home to three RAF Chinook squadrons - has been named ‘station of the year’ by the RAF Benevolent fund.
Personnel based there raised more than £12,000 - it’s also the second year in a row that Odiham has won the award.
The base was also recognised for helping to mark the fund's centenary by forming a 'human radar'.
RAF Odiham Station Commander Group Captain Nicholas Knight said:
"We are thrilled that RAF Odiham has been recognised once again as the Benevolent Fund’s ‘RAF Station of the Year’ - for the second year running! The support provided by the fund cannot be understated - it makes a huge difference and the RAF family at #TeamOdiham is most grateful. "
Air Vice-Marshal Chris Elliot, Controller of the RAF Benevolent Fund, said:
“During my first few months at the Fund I was struck by the dedication of our supporters who go to incredible lengths to ensure we are able to continue our work supporting the RAF Family. The awards are our opportunity to celebrate those who make all of this possible and thank all our supporters.
“Huge congratulations to all of the winners, especially RAF Odiham who have been crowned Station of the Year for the second year running. We truly would not be able to do what we do without every single one of our supporters whether it be raising money or awareness, helping us to reach even more members of the RAF Family.”