Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) is again partnering with Navy Federal Credit Union to benefit U.S. Air Force and Space Force families. The partnership spans over a decade with nearly $250,000 in Navy Federal grants supporting AFAS programs and services.
In This Issue: NFL Salute to Service The Campaign to Connect Continues Hap Arnold Education Grant Awards News Bee Arnold Spouse Tuition Program Update Big Thanks to Navy Federal Credit Union Emergency Travel Assistance Thank You to the NFL and Joe Cardona AFAS was thrilled to receive a generous donation from the NFL in honor of Joe Cardona as part of the Salute to Service Award presented by USAA. Salute to Service represents the NFL’s unwavering dedication to honoring, empowering, and connecting with our nation’s service members, veterans, and their families. We are thankful for the NFL’s support of Airmen, Guardians, and their families! The Campaign to Connect “Listening Tour” Continues in Washington State At the end of May, AFAS CEO Maj Gen (Ret) Ed Thomas continued his Campaign to Connect “listening tour” at Joint Base Lewis-McChord near Seattle. He reports: “Fantastic morning with first sergeants at McChord Field today near Seattle! Diana, from the Force Support Squadron here, briefed prospective first sergeants on how to use Air Force Aid Society as a first line of defense for Airman, Guardians, and their families!” By strengthening our connections to the Bases, we ensure that no Airman or Guardian is left behind, and that their families have every resource they require to thrive. We will continue to share updates
Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) is again partnering with Navy Federal Credit Union to benefit U.S. Air Force and Space Force families. The partnership spans over a decade with nearly $250,000 in Navy Federal grants supporting AFAS programs and services.
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.