Army Community Service

AER is a non-profit organization which provides emergency loans and grants to Soldiers in crisis. Financial assistance is generally for emergency food or travel, but may be available for auto repair, insurance, rent, or utility bills. AER is an integral part of the US Army's emergency financial assistance program and is a key element in "Helping the Army Take Care of Its Own." AER provides commanders with a valuable asset in accomplishing basic command responsibility for the morale and welfare of personnel.

To apply for AER assistance, individuals must complete the DA Form 1103 and a budget worksheet.  Categories of assistance may include non receipt of pay, loss of funds, medical expenses, dental expenses, funeral expenses, required travel, rent, utilities, food, essential POV repair, fire or other disasters and to prevent privation. 

AER Campaign
The AER fund raising campaign is conducted annually by the U.S. Army from 1 March through 15 May. Contributions may be given to any AER section or can be mailed to:
HQ AER
200 Stovall Street, Room 5N13
Alexandria, VA 22332-0600.

All contributions are fully tax deductible. Donors may make their contributions to the general assistance fund or they may target their contributions to specific programs such as education scholarships or widow assistance.

Donors needing information about administrative matters pertaining to bequests should contact HQ AER. www.aerhq.org

AER Overseas Spouse Education Assistance Program (OSEAP) is for spouses of
active duty Soldier's assigned and living in Overseas Commands.  The spouse must also
reside with the Soldier at the assigned command.  This scholarship is for first undergraduate
degrees only.  We are now accepting applications for Term 4-5 of  Feb-April 2010.  Term 4 February 15, 2010 Term 5 April 26, 2010. All supporting documents must also be postmarked no later than February 15 for term 4 and April 26 for term 5. (OSEAP pdf application)

The MG James Ursano Scholarship Program is for dependent children of Soldiers on federal active duty, retired, or deceased while in active or retired status. To apply online go to https://www.aerhq.org/AER_Child/AER_childform_text.asp

IAW AR 930-4, Army Emergency Relief, we are able to assist other branches of service.  Local DSN for the Navy and Marine Relief Society is 431.2243.