AIRMEN & GUARDIAN STORIES
Helping Airmen and Guardians is the singular philosophy driving everything at Air Force Aid Society. More than 17,000 assists in 2022, over $12.5 million in direct help through emergency financial assistance, education support, and community programs.
Get to know the real Airmen and Guardians behind those numbers and learn more about how AFAS is helping Airmen and Guardians every day.
HERE TO HELP
AFAS Virtual Schooling Grant provides a sense of relief during the pandemic Senior Airman Pamela Poirier joined the Air Force to complete her education and to provide stability for her son. Her Air Force experience has been slightly challenging since she and her son...
The Backbone of the Air Force Family
A veteran sees how AFAS strengthens Air Force families Casandra Dawson’s grandfather is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, and he was a major reason why she decided to join the Air Force. Along with serving her country, Casandra wanted to “establish a strong...