Army's Nonprofit Goes Digital: New Online System Speeds Financial Assistance
Army Emergency Relief, the service’s de facto nonprofit, has launched a new online portal that allows soldiers and their families to apply for support without visiting a physical office — a significant digital upgrade aimed at improving speed and access to aid. The online portal allows soldiers across the active duty, National Guard and reserve […]
Victims of Domestic Violence Can Now Get Help More Easily Through Top Army Nonprofit
Army Emergency Relief, the primary nonprofit supporting soldiers and their families, announced this month a new policy designed to aid victims of domestic violence. The new AER policy streamlines access to emergency grants for critical needs — such as temporary shelter, food and other essentials — to help victims safely leave abusive households. Tony Grinston, […]
Army’s Former Top Enlisted Leader Takes Helm at Nonprofit Aimed at Helping Soldiers in Need
The Army’s previous top enlisted leader on Monday took the helm as CEO of Army Emergency Relief, or AER, the service’s de facto nonprofit for soldiers, making him the first retired noncommissioned officer in the role. After serving as sergeant major of the Army since 2019, Michael Grinston ended his tenure last summer, and beginning […]