RAF Benevolent Fund

Plane-mad Jacob Newson and his dad Andy will undertake the challenge to raise money in support of the RAF Benevolent Fund and St Gemma’s Hospice.

Leeds boy to walk with dad to World War Two evacuation point at Dunkirk

The event raises money for the Royal Air Force's leading welfare charity, the RAF Benevolent Fund. Credit: Michael Powell

Eight-year-old Leeds boy sets cyclists off for fundraising Dambusters Ride

Jacob has been fundraising for St Gemma's since his mum, Andrea, died of breast cancer in December 2020. Picture: James Hardisty.

Leeds boy to set off cyclists at RAF Benevolent Fund’s Dambusters Ride

Little Jacob Newsam, from Methley, has been shortlisted in the Above and Beyond category of the RAF Benevolent Fund’s annual awards. Photo: RAF Benevolent Fund

Leeds boy shortlisted for national award after raising £43,000 for RAF charity

Jacob 'the pilot' Newson. PIC: James Hardisty

Courageous Leeds boy Jacob 'the pilot' aims high with latest charity challenge

Terry Clark was one of two remaining air crew, known as The Few, who took to the skies to defend the UK against attacks from the Luftwaffe.

Battle of Britain veteran and last Yorkshire member of The Few dies aged 101