Financial Assistance Resources

First sergeants at McChord Field near Seattle meet with AFAS CEO

Bundles for Babies Fact Sheet

A free class for expecting families, providing essential parenting and financial tips. Active-duty families can receive a $150 gift card upon completion of the class.

Child Care for PCS Fact Sheet

Financial assistance to help cover child care expenses during the Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move process.

Child Care Program - Give Parents a Break Fact Sheet

Financial assistance for child care when referred, because life’s challenges make a break essential.

Cranial Helmet Fact Sheet

Financial assistance to purchase cranial helmets prescribed by a doctor to help ensure infants get the treatment they need.

Elevate Your Relationship Fact Sheet

Free skills-based classes designed to help couples build healthier relationships. Active-duty Air Force and Space Force members can receive $160 upon completion.

Emergency Travel Fact Sheet

Financial assistance for emergency travel due to the serious illness or death of an immediate family member.

Special Needs (EFMP) Fact Sheet

Financial assistance for families with special needs members, covering costs and specialized care not covered by TRICARE.

Pet Surgery/Illness Fact Sheet

Financial assistance for families facing unexpected expenses for emergency surgery or treatment of a family pet (dog/cat).

Scholarship & Educational Resources

Hap Arnold Education Grant Fact Sheet

Annual need-based tuition assistance for eligible spouses and dependents pursuing a full-time undergraduate degree (includes 2 year, 4 year and vocational/trade schools).

Bee Arnold Spouse Tuition Program Fact Sheet

Financial assistance for spouses to help cover costs for entry-level job training, certifications, and part-time undergraduate degrees.

CSU Scholarships for Spouses Fact Sheet

Full-tuition scholarships for spouses covering up to 60 credit hours toward an associate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree at CSU.

Additional Resources

Application Instructions - Standard Assistance

Step-by-step instructions with screenshots to help Airmen and Guardians apply for assistance online.

Application Instructions - Falcon Assistance

Step-by-step instructions with screenshots to apply for Falcon Assistance – an expedited process for urgent financial needs.

Application Instructions - For Spouses

Step-by-step instructions with screenshots to help Spouses apply for assistance online.

Application Instructions - Bundles for Babies

Step-by-step instructions with screenshots to apply online for a $150 monetary gift to help purchase baby essentials.

Application Instructions - Child Care for PCS

Step-by-step instructions with screenshots to apply online for a $200 child care grant to assist during a PCS, Retirement, Palace Chase, or Separation move.

Application Instructions - Child Care - Give Parents a Break

Step-by-step instructions with screenshots to apply online for a $40 child care grant (per month) to assist during times of stress.

Application Instructions - Elevate Grant

Step-by-step instructions with screenshots to apply online for a $160 grant (for those that have completed the Elevate classes at their M&FRC).

AFAS Overview Slide

Summary of our mission, who we serve, how we help, and how to receive support.

Assistance Guide for Referring Leaders

Comprehensive overview of AFAS, available support, financial assistance options, and how to apply online.

Emergency Leave In Loco Parentis (Affidavit)

Form to complete when requesting emergency leave for a family emergency that involves a person who stood in loco parentis for 5 years or more. Requires Commander/First Sergeant signature.

Military Aid Societies Overview

Helpful guide from the Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN) outlining the available support from all four military aid organizations: AFAS, AER, CGMA, and NMCRS.