The National Benevolent Fund for the Aged was founded to improve the quality of life for older people in the UK who live on a low income.

NBFA does this by providing direct, practical assistance through the provision of emergency alarms, TENS pain relief machines and organises free holidays for older people.

Listen to the NBFA’s Radio 4 Charity Appeal

This Sunday 3rd May, Baroness Betty Boothroyd will present the NBFA’s Radio 4 Charity Appeal. The first broadcast will be at 7.55am, and there will be rebroadcasts at 9.26pm the same day, and 3.27pm on Thursday 7th May.

More information can be found on the Radio 4 website here

If you miss the broadcast, it will be possible to listen again online, see the website for details.

Royal Parks Half Marathon

The new Royal Parks Half Marathon, sponsored by Brakes, will be held on Sunday 12 October 2008, starting and finishing in Hyde Park.

The route winds through Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James's Park and along the River Thames amongst avenues of beautiful autumnal trees, taking in superb views of Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Marble Arch, the London Eye and the Royal Albert Hall.

Learn more about the Royal Parks Half Marathon and how to take part on behalf of the NBFA

5k Santa Run 2008

The Santa run is a 5km race taking place in Greenwich Park, London on Sunday 7th December. Around 1,000 people are expected to take part raising funds for many different charities - why not join them and raise funds (and have fun!) for NBFA?

Learn more about the 5k Santa Run 2008

Free Breaks Autumn 2008

NBFA have announced the destinations for our Autumn 2008 breaks as Llandrindod Wells, Dunoon, Bournemouth, Eastbourne, Scarborough & Torquay.

If you are over 60 years old, on a low income, not had a holiday for at least 3 years, able to get on and off a coach, manage steps & care for yourself and live near one of our pick-up points below, you could qualify for a FREE break.

Read full details, dates, pick-up points and an application form.

Bushy Park 5k Race 2008

This years NBFA Bushy Park 5K Fun Run was run on Sunday 8th June and was bigger and better than ever!

Read more about the 2008 Fun Run and see our photos of the event!

Only need an emergency telephone alarm for a short time?

NBFA now loan alarms on a short term basis which can be helpful for convalescence after an illness or useful while friends or family are away.

Read more about the scheme and download an application form

Want to really get involved? Become a Volunteer Courier!

We are seeking Volunteer Break-Away Couriers for our Autumn 2008 breaks away.

Find out more about becoming an NBFA volunteer holiday courier