In This Issue: The Campaign to Connect Kicks Off in Texas Updated Assistance Guide is Ready No One Soars Alone CSU Scholarship Announcement Historical Feature: Bee Arnold Bee Arnold Spouse Tuition Program Reminder Kicking Off the Campaign to Connect Last month, AFAS CEO Maj Gen (Ret.) Ed Thomas launched the Campaign to Connect, designed to build stronger relationships between AFAS and those on the front lines with the people we serve. General Thomas kicked off the campaign with a “listening tour” at bases around the country to see how AFAS can better serve our force. His first stop was at Joint Base San Antonio where he met with teams from across the area to learn more about the needs in their region and to make sure that our support programs are reaching the Airmen, Guardians, and their families who need us most. General Thomas also stopped by Blue Skies of Texas, and visited USAA San Antonio Headquarters to thank them for their support of AFAS. Get all the details about his trip and see photos on our website! AFAS Assistance Guide for Referring Leaders is Updated and Ready for Distribution Calling all Military & Family Readiness Centers, Commanders, First Sergeants and Supervisors: AFAS has updated our Assistance Guide for Referring Leaders. This resource guide was designed to help
Last month, AFAS CEO Maj Gen (Ret.) Ed Thomas launched the Campaign to Connect, designed to build stronger relationships between AFAS and those on the front lines with the people we serve, including Military and Family Readiness Centers, First Sergeants, Command Teams, spouse organizations, and others can help us make sure that our support programs are reaching the people who need them most.
As I reflect on my first two months as CEO of Air Force Aid Society (AFAS), I am humbled by the generosity of AFAS supporters and honored to be a part of this community that plays such a vital role in helping Airmen, Guardians, and their families.
Navy Federal Credit Union, the world’s largest credit union serving the military community, is celebrating its 90th anniversary by donating $10,000 to nine military-focused nonprofit organizations. These donations will support organizations like the Air Force Aid Society in..
In This Issue: Month of the Military Child: Featuring the Diibon Family Hap Arnold Education Grant Program Deadline Reminder and FAFSA Information Katherine’s Story: Education Support in Action Bundles for Babies “Bee” Arnold Spouse Tuition Program is Open for Applications Donate to AFAS through the AFAF Campaign April is #MonthoftheMilitaryChild April is #MonthoftheMilitaryChild and AFAS is highlighting stories of how we support Air Force and Space Force families as they navigate the unique challenges that come with raising kids in the military. AFAS’ Emergency Financial Assistance Program helps families like the Diibons in San Angelo, Texas. When 12-year-old Damien Diibon began to need a power wheelchair to get around independently, AFAS was able to help the family pay for a wheelchair lift for their van. Their story can be viewed below. Visit our website, AFAS.org, to access our support programs, or make a donation to help a family like the Diibons. Hap Arnold Education Grant Program Accepting Applications until April 30th Another AFAS program that helps support the children and families of our Airmen and Guardians is our Hap Arnold Education Grant Program, currently open for applications. Financial assistance for educational expenses helps ensure that Air Force and Space Force children have access to quality education, regardless of the challenges posed by relocations and deployments. This support promotes continuity in their academic journey,
In This Issue: Hap Arnold Education Grant Program Making Education Dreams Come True The Numbers are In: Our Impact in 2023 Double your Donation Through a Matching Gift Support AFAS Through the Air Force Assistance Fund The Colonel Richard Ernest Evans Memorial Fund Hap Arnold Education Grant Program is Currently Accepting Applications The General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant program awards competitive education grants to eligible Air Force and Space Force dependents based on family financial need. The application process for the Hap Arnold Education Grant also serves as the platform to access other important AFAS education support opportunities. The application deadline for this grant opportunity is April 30th, 2024. Make sure to submit your FAFSA now so you have the required FAFSA Submission Summary before the April 30 application deadline. FAFSA Submission Summaries already submitted are expected to be processed mid-March or later. Register now on our website and begin your Hap Arnold program application, so you can easily complete and submit it when you get your completed FAFSA document. Get all the eligibility and application details. Making Education Dreams Come True The General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant program awards competitive education grants to eligible Air Force and Space Force dependents based on family financial need. The application process for the Hap Arnold Education Grant also serves as the platform to
