Mission: Incorporated in 1942, Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) is an official charity for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force. AFAS helps to relieve the financial distress of Air Force and Space Force members and their families. Through its three-pronged mission, AFAS provides emergency assistance to members and their families, sponsors educational assistance programs, and offers various on-base community enhancement programs that impact member/family welfare. Since 2008, AFAS has provided more than $215 million in direct support to Air Force and Space Force families. Visit www.afas.org to learn more, apply for assistance or to donate. (Less)

Air Force Aid Society is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1996, and donations are tax-deductible.