Latest Blog from the BFF
BFF trip to Afghanistan
October 21, 2010
I’m recently back from Dubai having tried to get to Afghanistan to do some shows in Forward Operating Bases with James Blunt and comedians Jim Davidson OBE, Clive Cooper and Greg Cook. It was a great line-up and would have delivered a great show – Clive is in the current series of Shameless and Greg was in the Ken Loach film Looking for Eric.
However, unfortunately, due to bad luck and a succession of military aircraft breakdowns, we were unable to get there on this occasion. We flew to Dubai in order to shuttle into Afghanistan but the fragile air bridge was our undoing. This was a great pity for everyone concerned, especially on this occasion as we were all set up to do a number of shows in Forward Operating Bases which is where they are needed most.
It is always very frustrating when you are prepared and ready to do these shows, and you’ve got such a good line-up together, not to be able to deliver what you set out to achieve. However, we remain as coiled springs, ready, willing and able to go again – which I’m sure we will do in the near future.
Mark Cann
Director of The British Forces Foundation
- BFF supporters, The Cabling Group, are taking on a madcap marathon effort in the name of charity. Their Battersea P… https://t.co/E6QhgZFKtt
- It's live!!! Bidding can now commence in the fabulous online auction raising money for BFF and SSAFA at… https://t.co/mI11i0HCmL
- Fancy a fun night out with friends and family? Don't miss the BFF Classic Comedy Night in London - 8 July 2021. Tab… https://t.co/KTxy7sMMRl
- Fancy joining Team BFF for the Vitality Big Half marathon in London this year? With the national vaccination progra… https://t.co/OCyMc1Rky8
Recent News
BFF Panto Bus Christmas cheer
January 13, 2022
The BFF Panto Bus hit the road again before Christmas to deliver some festive fun to military families across the UK.
Click for full storyBFF 21st Anniversary Ball
November 8, 2021
The British Forces Foundation celebrated its 21st anniversary in style with a glittering star-studded ball.
Click for full storyBattersea Power Station marathon effort
July 16, 2021
A madcap Battersea Power Station marathon challenge around the streets of London has raised much-appreciated funds for the BFF.
Click for full storyOnline fundraising auction
June 21, 2021
It’s live!!!! Bidding can now commence in the fabulous online auction raising money for BFF and SSAFA at www.jumblebee.co.uk/mayorofbracknellonlineauction.
Click for full storyGreat British Radio interview
May 12, 2021
BFF CEO Mark Cann has been a guest on Great British Radio, the brand new station launched earlier this year providing a voice and a platform for the best that Britain has to offer.
Click for full storyBFF Classic Comedy Night
March 30, 2021
The UK Armed Forces favourite BFF comedians will take to the stage for the charity’s Classic Comedy Night this summer.
Click for full storyBFF iPads for troops in isolation
March 24, 2021
The BFF has come to the aid of troops returning from Operations overseas and being placed in Covid isolation.
Click for full storyTeam BFF and the Vitality Big Half
March 22, 2021
Join Team BFF for the Vitality Big Half – the community running event for everyone, regardless of age, background or ability.
Click for full story
