Army Emergency Relief Flashcards
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AER closely coordinates with what other organization?
American Red Cross
What is AER?
AER is a private, nonprofit organization to collect and hold funds to relieve distress of members of the Army and their dependents. AER provides emergency financial assistance to soldiers (active and retired) and their families in time of distress.
What does AER stand for?
Army Emergency Relief
What is the Army Regulation that covers AER?
AR 930-4
Are you required to contribute to AER to receive help?
No
Who does AER help?
Soldiers on extended active duty and their dependents, members of the Reserve Components on continuous active duty for more than 30 days and their dependents, soldiers retired from active duty, and widows or orphans of soldiers who died while on active duty or after they retired.
How are monetary contributions made to AER?
Cash, check or allotment
When is the AER annual fund campaign held army-wide?
March 01 through May 15
How does AER provide financial assistance?
AER provides financial assistance by either a loan without interest, a grant or a combination of both.
What is the purpose of AER?
AER provides emergency financial assistance to soldiers (active and retired) and their families in time of distress.
What is the dollar limit on AER loans?
There is no dollar limit. AER Assistance will meet your emergency need.
What happens if a Soldier fails to repay an AER loan?
Failure to repay an AER loan (unless repayment would cause undo hardship) will cause the Soldier’s name to be placed on an AER restricted list which is disseminated Army-wide.
What does being on the AER restricted list mean for a Soldier?
Individuals who appear on this list will not be approved for AER assistance without the specific prior approval of HQ AER.
What is the AER Motto?
“Helping the Army Take Care Of its Own”
The minimum amount that can be contributed to AER through allotment is what amount?
1 dollar each month for 3 months
How is AER funded?
Through Voluntary Contributions from Soldiers (tax free), through unsolicited contributions, repayments of loans, and income from investments.
