Air Force Aid Society (AFAS)

Airmen, Guardians and their families

AFAS is the official charity of the Department of the Air Force. It offers interest-free loans and grants for emergencies, including PCS-related expenses, along with education grants and community programs for families.

How to use it

Visit the Airman and Family Readiness Center at your base to apply.

Go to the official source

Last checked 2026-10. Rules and amounts change; your installation's finance, transportation or family center office has the final word.

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