ACS News and Information 19 FEBRUARY 2015

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What is Military Saves?

Military Saves is a component of the nonprofit America Saves and a partner in the Department of Defense’s Financial Readiness Campaign seeking to motivate, support, and encourage families to save money, reduce debt, and build wealth. Below are excepts from endorsements by our military leadership.

You won't be rich over night; reducing your debt and building wealth takes time and discipline. But, saving money helps to pro-

tect your family's future. It all starts when you set a goal, make a plan and then save automatically to reach that goal. ~ Sergeant Major of the Army Daniel A. Dailey

A solid financial plan can help you establish financial independence, which in turn can provide increased opportunities for you

and your family. ~ MCPON, Mike & Mrs. Theresa Stevens

In the military, we're conditioned to hope for the best, but plan for the worst. Finances are no different. Use Military Saves

Week to identify your financial goals and adjust your course, if necessary. ~ MCPOCG Steven W. Cantrell

The first step is often the hardest, but Military Saves Week makes it easy. It's a great opportunity for service men and women

and their families to start saving money, reducing debt and building wealth. I'd encourage all families to visit MilitarySaves.org and take the savings pledge. Set a goal, make a plan and save with an eye towards the future." CMSAF James Cody

It takes time and discipline to get out of debt and build wealth, but a family who does it together grows stronger and safer (and

richer!). ~ CMSgt (ret) Athena Cody, Spouse of CMSAF James Cody -

Start saving now so it’s there when you need it! This February, become a military saver – take the pledge at

www.militarysaves.org. You’ll be glad you did!” ~Holly Petraeus, Assistant Director for Servicemember Affairs.

Below are the classes offered to all community members during Military Saves Week, 23-27 February. All classes will be held in bldg. 236, behind the Expresso Coffee Shop. The sessions will be taught by a Certified Financial Planner, CFP, who will be available for support, counseling, and information through 6 March. All community members are encouraged to take advantage of this service to gain knowledge to establish a solid financial future!!

Army Family Team Building Classes are offered free

ONLINE!!!

These free trainings are designed for Soldiers, Family Members and Civilians who wish to learn more about military customs, cultures and benefits, both local and Army-wide. Whether you are new or old to the Military, these classes have something for everyone!

To access classes: Register with www.myarmyonesource.com From the homepage, click ONLINE TRAINING (top right corner)

Access several free training opportunities to include AFTB classes Email training certificate to AFTB PM, meghan.l.mcandrew.civ@mail.mil

For questions, contact AFTB PM Meghan McAndrew at DSN: 440-3777 or CIV: 08821-750-3376

Are you a community volunteer? Make sure your hours have been recorded for this year’s Annual Volunteer Recognition

Ceremony!

Please contact ACS to submit community volunteer names and hours ~ ACS Volunteer Coordinator, Meghan McAndrew at DSN: 440-3777 or CIV: 08821-750-3777 or meghan.l.mcandrew.civ@mail.mil.

This year’s Volunteer Ceremony will be held at the Edelweiss Lodge and Resort on Thursday, 2 April from

1130-1330. All community volunteers will be invited to attend.

Check out these community volunteer opportunties!

Army Community Service is looking for reliable, responsible individuals

to assist with ACS programs on a weekly basis from January-May 2015.

Assistance is needed with general customer service, ACS program sup-

port and basic administrative duties. Please contact Ms. Patricia

Pearce, DSN: 440-3376/3777 or CIV: 08821-750-3376/3777.

Are you looking to get involved, have fun AND do something that bene-

fits our community?! Contact the Garmisch Community Club today!

Volunteers are needed to assist at the Thrift Shop as well as new board members- election coming

soon! Please contact garmischcommunityclub@gmail.com.

Youth Sports needs basketball coaches for all age groups! The youth season begins in March but we

need volunteers now to process background checks. Please contact Lawrence Tindall for more infor-

mation, DSN: 440-2599 or CIV: 08821-750-2599.

Get involved with the Girl Scouts! Whether as a troop leader, event assistance, field trip chaperone,

advisor or a photographer, there’s a place for you! Contact Ms. Nicole Hall at garmischgirl-

scouts@usagso-na.org.

Army Community Service is looking for Emergency Placement families. Please contact Meghan

McAndrew for more information and qualifications, DSN: 440-3483/3777 or CIV: 08821-750-

3483/3777.

The Chapel is looking for watch care volunteers during the week and on weekends. Please contact

Chaplain Tripp for more information, DSN: 440-2540 or CIV: 08821-750-2540.

As a spouse, have you ever helped to sponsor an incoming spouse or new family? Did you know that

you can now apply as an official volunteer under the Spouse Sponsor volunteer job description in

VMIS and earn community volunteer hours for your efforts? Contact Ms. Patty Pearce at DSN 440-

3526/3777 or CIV 08821-750-3526/3777.

The Relocation Program is also looking for volunteers to assist with updating and refreshing the local

Merchants Guide. Please contact Patty Pearce at DSN 440-3526/3777 or CIV 08821-750-3526/3777.

Check out more volunteer opportunities by registering with www.myarmyonesource.com.

Did you know…...Army Emergency Relief staff handled 47,117 cases, resulting

in assistance of $64.7 million to Soldiers and their families who had financial

needs in 2014?

The single, most prevalent category of need was Rent and Mortgages. Our clients also sought assistance to pay for emergency transportation, medical and dental bills, funerals, and setting up households, including security and utility deposits, furniture, car repairs, and

more. Based on need, assistance is provided as an interest-free loan or grant.

If you have a temporary emergency need, AER may be able to help. Call your local office today.

Soldiers Helping Soldiers for 73 Years

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