Donors can also contribute at gas stations, the Post Exchange, or commissary check out. Soldiers interested in donating to AER can do so with cash contributions to their unit AER representative, or they can choose to set up an allotment from their paychecks. “Basically, if a Soldier misses a payment on a credit card, GTC, or needs financial assistance to PCS out of here, we can authorize it. Kevin Pham, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, USAG Humphreys commander. “At the company level, we have up to $2,000 to help a Soldier in need that is opened to all ranks,” said Capt. She noted from personal experience the program coordinators will always go out of their way to make sure service members have the funds to get back home when an emergency arises. “The Soldier in need can get a loan up to $2,000 for auto repairs, rent, utilities, food, or shipping pets back to the States.”Įlvira Vasquez, AER officer assistant said her favorite thing about AER is emergency leave assistance. “We work through the commander and first sergeants with the quick assist program,” he said. Commanders and first sergeants can approve up to $2,000 for one of AER’s interest-free loans, said Rivera. The AER program embodies the saying “Soldiers helping Soldiers” because those in need receive financial help from donations made by their peers. It’s all about Soldiers helping Soldiers in a time of need.” “I encourage members of our community to donate. Army app Army Emergency Relief (AER) is a private non-profit that provides emergency financial assistance to. “The Army Emergency Relief program is an incredible resource for our Soldiers and Families and plays a critical role in helping those facing financial difficulties and unexpected challenges,” said Col. This has been branded as an Official U.S. Their motto is “Find a way to say yes to help the Soldiers.” This year’s campaign officially began March 1 and continues until May 15. relief from AER comes in the form of a loan without interest or as an. AER's legacy of caring is only possible with the continued donations.”Īccording to Allen Rivera, the USAG Humphreys AER officer, the program began in 1942 as a way to help Soldiers in financial need. Army Emergency Relief provides financial aid in situations outside the. “The Army Emergency Relief is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to providing financial assistance to Soldiers, active or retired, and their Families. “Last year Eight Army raised over $107,000 in donations with approximately 1,450 donors,” said Burleson. Willard Burleson, the Eighth Army commanding general, presided over the ceremony, which marked the 80th year of Soldiers helping Soldiers. Army Garrison Humphreys community kicked off the 2022 Army Emergency Relief (AER) campaign at a ceremony at the Eighth Army Headquarters March 2, 2022.
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