You may not be aware that the Air Training Corps (ATC) has a civilian structure working behind the scenes of the military one.  In fact Civilian Committees are the backbone of the Corps, and determine the running of the ATC from Squadron level through to representation on the Air Defence Council.
Each ATC Squadron has a Civilian Committee, comprised of parents and friends of the unit.  Their role is to ensure the Squadron maintains direction, assisting the Commanding Officer and raising funds.

Fund raising is vital as, although each Squadron is allocated a small sum towards its administrative costs, all other expenses must be paid for from non-public funds and therefore have to be met by the unit itself.  Other than flying, gliding, shooting and some sport all other activities are supported through local fund raising.
Many parents and friends get a great deal of enjoyment, pleasure and fun out of assisting Squadrons as members of a Civilian Committee.  Committees meet to their own timetable, usually once every six weeks, under the direction of a Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer.  295 Squadron’s Civilian Committee will be very pleased to accept offers of extra help – even if you cannot commit to regular or long term assistance.  Please contact Tim Wakeman (Chairman) c/o adj.295@aircadets.org