Memorial Foundation's Armed Forces Aid Campaign
This program was established in
2004 though a fundraising enterprise. Funds from this program provide
assistance to active duty and retired veterans involved in Afghanistan,
Iraq and the War on Terror worldwide. Priority assistance will be given
to persons who are permanently disabled or handicapped as a result of
combat related activity and includes the families of those killed or
missing in action. Through AFAC fundraising, the Foundation has provided
financial aid to enhance the morale and living conditions of our
troops. The Foundation has provided both tangible and various morale
support items to the wounded warriors helping them on their road to
recovery. Additionally, AFAC funds have also provided: Scholarships, a
newly instituted program providing Commissary grocery cards for families
in need, international phone cards, Vocational Educational Training for
those leaving the military and need assistance in transitioning to
civilian life, prostheses and canine dogs for wounded veterans in the
USA, financial assistance to Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post
Traumatic Distress Disorder (PTSD) victims, and much more. Support has
been provided to active duty military, veterans, Reserve and National
Guard members through contributions by individuals and organizations.
AFAC is registered in all fifty states as a charitable organization
authorized to conduct fundraising activities.