Support Our Services

Our MissionWe support those who

support our troops.

Core Values

• Loyalty is displayed when a soldier supports the leadership and stands up for fellow Soldiers. We are here for those who support our soldiers

• Duty means being able to accomplish tasks as part of a team. Our team will help families fill the void left when a loved one makes the ultimate sacrifice of defending us all.

Core Values• Honor is a matter of carrying out, acting,

and living the values of respect, duty, dignity, and loyalty in everything we do. We are honored to help.

• We pledge to “treat others with dignity and respect while expecting others to do the same.” We appreciate those who serve and are ready to help lighten their load while deployed and upon return.

We Serve• Families – of those deployed– who have lost a loved one while in the

service– seeking scholarship assistance for the

children of those we have lost– that will benefit from no interest loans for

immediate needs

We Serve• Returning veterans in need of– Medical support– Counseling services– Mortgage support– Employability training

Scholarships

• Scholarships and grants for Military Personnel

• Scholarships for Military Children • Heroes Legacy Scholarships

Legal Assistance

• A Legal Assistance Officer provides counseling and assistance with personal legal problems, claims services, and trial defense services.

• Legal advice and assistance available.

Legal Resource Center• Wills, powers of attorney, and bills of sale. • Domestic relations (adoption, separation,

nonsupport) • Change of name, notarizations, civil rights,

depositions. • Citizenship, immigration, and passports. • Damage to personal property. Referral to

civilian lawyers when appropriate.

Individual and Family Counseling

• Professional counselors will provide confidential short-term counseling services, information, and referrals.

• Life skills classes and groups are generally offered.

Emergency Transportation

• Food, rent, and utilities. • Help when disaster strikes • Personal needs when pay is delayed • Essential vehicle repairs

Spiritual Help

• Assistance is provided for situations involving child abuse, child neglect, or spouse abuse.

• Classes and groups geared toward preventing family problems are generally offered.

• Confidential victim advocacy is generally offered.

Relocation Services

• This program offers assistance to military members and their families in relocating from one installation to another.

• Provides useful and interesting information regarding local community and travel.

• Operates loan locker for basic necessities and SITES program (web-based information on world-wide military installations).

Information and Referral

• This is the place to start if you are not sure of what you need.

• We will provide general assessment of situations or problems and make appropriate referrals to the needed resources

Career Resource Center

• Seminars, classes, testing, and individual counseling available for vocational and career development

• Provides information on local employment opportunities and educational programs. Service members and spouses are eligible for services

Civilian and Community Resources

• Visiting nurse for mothers of newborns, and housebound retirees. Layettes for qualified families and "Budget for Baby" classes

• Emergency communications• Health and welfare inquiries• Information, referral, and advocacy• Humanitarian reassignment and hardship• Emergency financial assistance• Health and Safety Course Volunteer

opportunities• Assistance with claims submission

Financial Management Assistance

• Professional counseling available regarding financial management including…– budget preparation– understanding the LES– investing– debt management– credit management

Fisher House Foundation• Commissaries are an integral part of the quality of life offered to

service members and their families. • The “Scholarships for Military Children” program was created in

recognition of the contributions of military families to the readiness of the fighting force and to celebrate the role of the commissary in the military family community.

• It is the intent of the program that a scholarship funded through contributions be awarded annually for each commissary operated by the Defense Commissary Agency worldwide

Partner Agencies

Air Force Aid Society (AFAS)• AFAS is a private non-profit organization whose

mission is to help relieve financial distress of Air Force members and their families and assist them in financing their higher education goals.

• Active-duty and retired Air Force members and their dependents are eligible for AFAS assistance, as are the dependents of deceased Air Force personnel who died on active duty or in retired status.

• Reservists and National Guard members serving on extended active duty over 30 days are eligible as well, but assistance is limited to emergencies incident to or resulting from the applicant's active duty tour.

USO

• The USO also works with the Armed Forces to provide live entertainment shows for installation and hospitals in the United States and overseas.

• Many USO's also offer discount tickets for plays and movies, and can recommend places to stay overnight.

• The USO now includes help for military personnel and family members with various social problems such as drug abuse, family troubles, and financial stress.

United Way World Wide

• United Way Worldwide is the leadership and support organization for the network of nearly 1,800 community-based United Ways in 45 countries and territories.

• We envision a world where all individuals and families achieve their human potential through education, income stability and healthy lives.

Catholic Charities USA

• Catholic Charities USA is the national office for Catholic Charities agencies and affiliates nationwide.

• It is a professional association and social justice movement.

• It supports local Catholic Charities which provide help and create hope for over 10 million people each year regardless of religious, social, or economic backgrounds.

Thrivent Choice

• Thrivent Financial for Lutherans supports two foundations that – address a variety of needs – serve charitable purposes that

support individuals, organizations and communities

Salvation Army• The Salvation Army relies heavily on volunteers who support

it's programs. • Often referred to as "the army behind The Army," volunteers

play a crucial role.• The Salvation Army and Veterans Affairs has grown from

serving coffee and doughnuts in World War I to providing various programs of comfort and cheer.

• Salvation Army youth groups lend assistance such as helping with wheelchairs to get veterans outside for some fresh air.

• Some veterans experience a weekend at camp; some are provided phone cards and large print Bibles.

• From coast to coast, Salvation Army programs recognize the sacrifices our veterans have made for their country.

Trinity Broadcasting Network• TBN Vice President Matthew Crouch noted

that Support Our Services (SOS) has been a regular part of TBN's line up over the past year.

“We regularly receive the testimonies of men, women, and the families of those who fight for freedom. What inspirational words these families share. A blessing to generations of TBN viewers. We're privileged once again to host Support Our Services.”

Our Board of Directors

• Michelle Obama - Member of JoinForces.gov, an organization to promote the hiring of veterans upon their return from service.

• Oprah - Devoted one of her Favorite Things shows to honor military spouses.

Our Board of Directors

• Ellen DeGeneres-a promoter of the Pentagons new "America Supports You" program

• Colin Powell-retired 4 star general and past Secretary of State.

Our Board of Directors

• Tim McGraw-Founder of "Homefront" program that gives free homes to military veterans

• Toby Keith-Honors vets by taking them backstage at his shows and has performed USO shows 2 weeks a year for past 7 years.

Our Board of Directors• Carrie Underwood-

United Service Organizations tour (USO) performer on the Persian Gulf Tour.

• Chuck Norris-Air Force veteran, spokesperson for the Veterans Administration and hospitalized vets.

Our Board of Directors• Jessica Simpson-Designed

"With all my heart" bracelet with all proceeds going to the "Armed Forces Childrens Fund"

• Denzel Washington-Denzel has often visited the troops and has made substantial contributions to vet causes.

Will You Join us?