AFAS tests online loan application process

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  • By Senior Airman Andrew Bertain
  • 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Applying for an Air Force Aid Society loan became easier through a new online application process.
Ramstein Air Base was selected as one of nine test bases for the new online process,
giving Kaiserslautern Military Community service members easier access to emergency
financial support.
The new application portal is active here and provides Airmen and Guardians of all
ranks an opportunity to submit their applications for interest-free loans online rather than
in-person at the Military and Family Readiness Center. However, the M&FRC is still
open for in-person help.
“We pride ourselves on being able to help with whatever difficulties you may be going
through,” said Angie Fields, M&FRC community readiness consultant. “In light of the
COLA decrease and other financial challenges, our doors are always open to those who
need help with applying for loans or grants, and we even offer financial counseling to
help you budget your future.”
Airmen will be able to upload budget documents and fill out forms completely online,
and, if approved, the loan will be directly deposited.
For a list of AFAS emergency assistance required documentation see the document
here.
AFAS is an official charity for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force, and has been in
operation since 1942.
The M&FRC also provides financial planning courses for Airmen, Guardians and their
families.
For any further questions and information, please contact the M&FRC at DSN
480-5100, commercial 06371-47-5100, or email at 86fss.fsh.afrc@us.af.mil.
To find out more about the Air Force Assistance Fund go to www.afassistancefund.org.