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Air Force Aid Society Education Grant Program opens for upcoming academic year
January 3, 2020 — The General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant program dates back to 1988. Since the program’s inception, 111,654 students have received more than $172 million in education assistance through grants ranging from $500 to $4,000 based on need... MORE

Financial planning helps avoid the post-holiday blues
December 4, 2019 — A little planning before purchasing holiday gifts can prevent spending too much and make the holidays brighter... MORE

A little planning before purchasing holiday gifts can prevent spending too much and make the holidays brighter.

Some military spouses eligible for relicensing recertification funds
July 11, 2019 — Funds to help military spouses with relicense or recertify professional accreditations costs are now available through the Military and Family Readiness Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The spouse reimbursement for relicensure and recertification program was introduced in May 2019 with the objective of supporting a military spouse’s career... MORE

Dyess military spouse receives re-licensure reimbursement through new Air Force program

Having a healthy financial relationship with money
May 14, 2019 — From the first paycheck to the last, financial counselors here want to make sure everyone is keeping their financial portfolio healthy for a lifetime. Military members are required to pay debt in a timely manner and be responsible with their money, which counselors at the Military and Family Readiness Center are ready to help. ... MORE

Tom Manganello, Sr., U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Office of Education and Advocacy senior counsel, speaks to a group of Airmen April 23, 2019, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Personal financial readiness classes at MFRC are offered throughout the year ranging from home buying, savings accounts, building a budget, establishing credit and reducing debt, car buying and managing student loans.