In This Issue: Topics Celebrate the Air Force Birthday & Double Your Impact! Board of Trustees Meeting Update $300K in Scholarships Awarded! Strengthen Readiness with Financial Lift-Off Did You Know – AFAS Helps with Menth Health & Counseling Costs Supporting Organization Spotlight – Lockheed Martin Support Tomorrow – Include AFAS in Your Will Celebrate the Air Force Birthday & Double Your Impact! On September 18, the U.S. Air Force celebrates another year of service and sacrifice. AFAS is honored to mark this milestone once again by partnering with First Command Financial Services, who will generously match every donation, dollar-for-dollar, up to $25,000. Your gift ensures we can continue providing critical financial assistance, whether covering a rent or mortgage payment, repairing a vehicle so the service member can get to work, or providing travel expenses during emergencies. Join the celebration by making your matched gift today: www.afas.org/donate Board of Trustees Meeting Update On August 19, we met with our Board of Trustees to reflect on the incredible progress AFAS has made this past year and to discuss the path ahead. Together we’ve expanded categories of support, enhanced programs, and simplified access for families in need. We also welcomed six distinguished leaders and a new advisor to our Board: Lt Gen (Ret) Thomas Bergeson Maj Gen (Ret) Steve Lepper Maj
In This Issue: Topics 1. PCS Support Reminders – Child Care, Pet & Vehicle Transportation 2. Annual Report Now Available 3. Spouses – Money for Job Training & School 4. Did You Know – AFAS Helps with Adoption Expenses 5. Event Highlights – AFSA Summit and M&FRC Training 6. Supporting Organization Spotlight – BWF 7. Become a Monthly Donor PCS Support Reminders – Child Care, Pet & Vehicle Transportation Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves can bring logistical difficulties, physical and emotional strain, and unexpected costs for military families. AFAS can help ease some of the financial stress related to these moves. Here’s how we can help: Child Care for PCS – We offer $200 per dependent (up to $1,000 per family) to help with temporary child care expenses. Approved funds are sent directly to the service member via ACH or Zelle. Pet PCS Transportation – Because pets are family too, AFAS offers interest-free loans to help cover out-of-pocket transportation costs for a dog or cat. Vehicle Shipping – If the new duty station is more than 350 miles away, we provide interest-free loans to help ship one personal vehicle. For details on eligibility and required documentation, visit our website, www.afas.org. Annual Report Now Available Explore the impact we’ve made thanks to the generosity of our donors, supporters, and
In This Issue: 1. New – Free Online Financial Education 2. $4 Million in Scholarships Awarded 3. Did You Know – AFAS Gives $150 for a Child Car Seat 4. Campaign to Connect – JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Visit 5. Updated Leaders Guide Now Available 6. Supporting Organization Spotlight – USAA Educational Foundation 7. Gifts in Memory & Honor New – Free Online Financial Education We are excited to announce the launch of Financial Lift-Off, a free, online course developed in partnership with the USAA Educational Foundation. This program delivers practical financial education and helps strengthen money management skills. What You’ll Learn Through short and interactive modules, participants will explore: • Setting financial goals • Building and managing a budget • Saving for emergencies • Managing debt responsibly. Bonus for Loan Recipients Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve members who received a new AFAS loan on or after May 1, 2025, are eligible for a $250 loan credit after completing the course. Financial readiness supports mission readiness! Learn more and enroll now: www.afas.org/lift-off Questions? Email: $4 Million in Scholarships Awarded AFAS is proud to have awarded $4 million in scholarship to 1,506 spouses and dependents of Airmen and Guardians for the 2025-2026 academic year through our Hap Arnold Education Grants. This need-based financial assistance supports full-time undergraduate studies at 2-year, 4-year, and
In This Issue: 1. Expanded Support & Streamlined Application Now Live 2. Reminder – Child Care Assistance for PCS Moves 3. In the News: AFSA Magazine Features AFAS 4. Campaign to Connect – Luke AFB Visit 5. CSU Scholarship Winners 6. Did You Know – AFAS Helps with Basic Living Expenses 7. Supporting Organization Spotlight – Fisher House Foundation 8. One Gift, Twice the Impact Expanded Support & Streamlined Application Now Live Big changes were launched earlier this month! AFAS expanded our categories of support and simplified the way Airmen, Guardians, and their families apply for assistance. New Categories of Support To better meet the evolving needs of our Air and Space Force families, we’ve added several new categories of financial assistance, including: • Car seats & booster seats • Mental health counseling • Adoption fees • Domestic violence relocation support • Basic furniture for new households • Home repair • Immigration expenses • Overseas car rentals • Vehicle shipment costs during PCS Single Application Process AFAS integrated Falcon Loan requests into the standard process, creating one single, streamlined application. Whether a member qualifies for a no-interest loan or a grant they do not need to repay, they now apply in one place. Learn more about these changes here. Reminder – Child Care Assistance for PCS Moves PCS season is
In This Issue: 1. Did You Know – AFAS Can Help During PCS 2. Campaign to Connect – JBAB Visit 3. Air Force Assistance Fund (AFAF) – Still Time to Give 4. New Partners Page on AFAS.ORG 5. Event Highlights – Building Stronger Financial Futures 6. Supporting Organization Spotlight – Sandboxx 7. Powering Impact Together Did You Know – AFAS Can Help During PCS A Permanent Change of Station (PCS) can be one of the most stressful parts of military life. Beyond the physical move, a PCS often brings unexpected expenses, family disruption, housing delays, and the emotional toll of starting over. AFAS understands not every PCS move is the same, and we’re here to help relieve financial pressure when it arises. Two important ways we support families during PCS include: Rent & Deposit Assistance Sometimes, dislocation allowances or advance pay aren’t enough – especially when faced with prolonged temporary lodging, car repairs, or large out-of-pocket housing costs. AFAS may assist with rent and/or deposits at the new duty station to ease this financial burden. Child Care Assistance Moving with children adds another layer of complexity. AFAS can help cover the cost of short-term childcare (up to $1,000 per family) while packing, in transit, or getting settled at the new location. Learn more about our Child Care for PCS program
In This Issue: 2024 Impact: $14 Million in Assistance Delivered AFAF Campaign Kickoff Honoring Lt. Gen. (Ret) Michael D. McGinty New AFAS Resources Library – Find What You Need, Faster! Meet the Relief Societies Webinar – Watch On-Demand Did You Know – AFAS Helps Pay for Cranial Helmets Supporting Organization Spotlight – General Atomics Smart Giving: Qualified Charitable Distribution 2024 Impact: $14 Million in Assistance Delivered In 2024, AFAS provided $14 million in direct assistance to more than 15,500 Airmen, Guardians, and their families – offering critical financial assistance, education support, community programs, and disaster relief. Going forward, we will endeavor to continue to be the trusted lifeline for our force and their families. Air Force Assistance Fund (AFAF) Campaign Kick Off! The 2025 Air Force Assistance Fund (AFAF) campaign is officially underway! Now in its 52nd year, this annual fundraising event kicked off February 24th and is the only Department-authorized campaign For Airmen & Guardians, By Airmen and Guardians! The funds raised directly support AFAS and the other three charities dedicated to helping Airmen, Guardians, and their families. These contributions allow us to continue providing vital emergency financial assistance, educational scholarships, community support, and disaster relief – and to stand ready to assist those in need. Donate today: · www.AFAssistanceFund.org · Text AFAF to 50155 Honoring Lt
