Navy Federal Credit Union Continues its Support for Airmen, Guardians, and Their Families
Through Grants to Air Force Aid Society
ARLINGON, VA – 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.
Grants are used to provide emergency financial assistance, educational support and community programs to thousands of U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force families, helping to fulfill AFAS’s mission of helping Airmen and Guardians when they need us most.
AFAS CEO Maj Gen (Ret) Ed Thomas said, “We couldn’t be more grateful for Navy Federal Credit Union’s generous, longtime, and ongoing support of Airmen, Guardians, and their families. For more than 10 years, they have had a huge impact on the lives of our service members, helping provide a safety net and keeping them mission ready.”
Funded in part by Navy Federal’s 2024 grant, AFAS expects to provide 9,000 Air Force and Space Force families with financial assistance for emergencies, disaster relief, relocations and more. Philanthropic giving will also support educational grants and scholarships for 1,750 military spouses and dependent children to further their education. Additionally, AFAS will provide childcare assistance and parenting programs for 6,000 Air Force and Space Force children and their families.
“As an Air Force Veteran, I’ve seen firsthand how Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) has benefitted Airmen and their families,” said Jamey Shuls, Member Strategy Office at Navy Federal Credit Union. “Airmen are truly one of our nation’s greatest strengths; and through this partnership, we’re there for them in times of need. We’re honored to go beyond banking to support the Air Force community and amplify our service alongside AFAS.”
Last year, AFAS was a beneficiary of Navy Federal’s 90th Anniversary campaign. Because both organizations are hyper-focused on benefitting military families, the partnership is a natural fit and will continue to support airmen and guardian families in need.
About the Air Force Aid Society: Founded in 1942, AFAS is a non-profit organization, located in Arlington, VA, with a mission to help Airmen and Guardians when they need us most. As the official charity of the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force, AFAS provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, educational support, and community programs to Air Force and Space Force families worldwide. Last year, AFAS provided $10.5 million in direct assistance to more than 14,000 Airmen, Guardians, and their families. For more information, visit AFAS.org.
About Navy Federal: Established in 1933 with only seven members, Navy Federal now has the distinct honor of serving more than 13 million members globally and is the world’s largest credit union. As a member-owned and not-for-profit organization, Navy Federal always puts the financial needs of its members first. Membership is open to all Department of Defense and Coast Guard Active Duty, Veterans, civilian and contractor personnel, and their families. Navy Federal employs a workforce of over 24,000 and has a global network of 355 branches. For more information about Navy Federal Credit Union, visit navyfederal.org. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Opportunity Employer.