Airmen Stories
Helping Airmen is the singular philosophy driving everything at Air Force Aid Society. More than 37,000 assists. Nearly $21.4 million in direct help through emergency financial assistance, education support and community programs.
Get to know the real Airmen behind those numbers and learn more about how AFAS is helping Airmen every day.
Donor Highlights
The generosity of our donors – both fellow Airmen and friends of the USAF – allows Air Force Aid Society to always be there when our Airmen need us.
Learn more about the individuals and organizations that support AFAS and understand what helping Airmen means to them.
Share Your Story
Whether you are an Airman who’s been helped by Air Force Aid Society or a supporter who’s committed to making a difference for Air Force families, we’d love to tell your AFAS story. Share more about what helping Airmen means to you.
AFAS News And Updates
AIR FORCE AID SOCIETY AWARDS $5.6 MILLION IN EDUCATION GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Over 2,000 eligible college and university students are among this year’s recipients WASHINGTON, September 23, 2019 - The Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) awarded $5.6 million in General Henry “Hap” Arnold education grants and merit scholarships to 2,201 college...
AFAS ANNOUNCES NEW MERIT SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS FOR 2019-2020
Air Force Aid Society is pleased to announce the 2019-2020 academic year recipients of the AFAS Merit Scholarship. Congratulations to these 29 outstanding Air Force dependent students, who will each receive up to $5,000 towards their tuition and other college...
Not Just for Emergencies
When the Van Den Bergs welcomed their baby, David “D3” Randall, Liz left her special education teaching job to be a stay-at-home mom to D3. However, after learning about the LEAN program sponsored by AFAS, Liz learned the skills needed to start her own consulting business.