Donate for Urgent Needs
Donate for urgent needs today. Your generous support will make it possible for military families to thrive—not simply struggle to get by—in the communities that they’ve worked so hard to protect. Please see the list of urgent and ongoing needs below. We appreciate your generosity.
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Texas
Active-Duty Airman in Search of Food Assistance
This airman, up for deployment soon, is in need of food assistance for himself and his family. His wife is currently a stay-at-home mother as their youngest is not in school yet and the airman is struggling to support the family on his own. Your gift can support this family as their husband and father is actively serving this country.Read More$550 still needed$600My gift -
Texas
Active-Duty Space Force Sergeant’s Family In Need
This currently deployed space force sergeant is seeking support for his family back home who have been struggling due to previous moving expenses that kept piling up. As this family is missing their husband and father, your gift could provide them with the stability they are needing in this time of uncertainty.Read More$2,785 still needed$3,175My gift -
California
Finance Office Delay Prevents Receipt of Benefits
Backlogs in processing paperwork at the Defense finance office has delayed the office from creating the retirement account for this Navy sailor. It has been several months, and the delay is now creating a situation where a smooth transition has become more challenging due to the financial strain from being unable to receive her benefits, benefits she earned in a career of service to our country. We are asking for a gift to help with housing and utility expenses to give her the stability she needs at this critical time.Read More$2,388 still needed$3,172My gift -
Ongoing Need
Help Feed a Military Family
We assist struggling military families by providing food boxes, grocery gift certificates, or vouchers to the commissary. Each family is provided enough food for a week while case workers help them find long-term solutions. Your $25 gift can give a hot meal to a military family.My gift -
Texas
Former Sailor Relocating After Loss of Mother
This veteran sailor is relocating to a new state following the passing of his mother and needs your help. Your gift will provide critical travel and transportation coverage for this family during their time of grief. Consider providing some peace to this retired sailor today.Read More$570 still needed$645My gift -
Arizona
Job Loss Leads to Financial Insecurity for Army Family
Between this veteran losing work due to covid, and his spouse getting laid off from her teaching job, this Army family has had a difficult time making their mortgage and auto payments on time. Although the veteran has found new work, they are still having a difficult time getting up to date on payments. With a baby on the way, it is important we support this family as they work toward stability. Please help us provide relief with recent mortgage and auto payments.Read More$2,778 still needed$6,272My gift -
Georgia
Legal Fees Burden Army Veteran
An army veteran is in need of your help to complete his rent payment. He is undergoing a custody battle for his son and has accumulated legal fees, making his necessary payments difficult to maintain. You can help this father keep a roof over his and his son's heads while they go through the legal process.Read More$550 still needed$550My gift -
Ongoing Need
Rent & Mortgage
Many military families have faced eviction or foreclosure due to unexpected changes that affect their finances. Transitioning wounded service members may see a pay decrease once their military pay stops and their disability benefits begin. Help families keep a roof over their heads.My gift -
Texas
Marine Veteran Family Recovering From Homelessness
This combat wounded veteran and his family are recovering from homelessness, a struggle many our of military families have faced. He is currently driving for Uber has a way to contribute to their financial situation, but this family needs your help to cover this auto payment this month. Your donation today can allow this family to continue to feel secure in their new life.Read More$697 still needed$757My gift -
Florida
Marine Veteran’s Family of 5 in Need of Support
Due to recent unexpected auto repairs, legal fees surrounding a mortgage free home from another assistance organization that did not come through, and suffering from chronic PTSD and a spinal injury, this marine veteran and his family of 5 are overwhelmed and behind on their primary expenses. Your gift today could cover their rent payment and allow this family a moment of peace throughout all of this chaos.Read More$1,702 still needed$1,802My gift -
Texas
Medically Retired Sailor Awaits VA Benefits
Since medically retiring from the Navy, this sailor has gotten behind on his utility bills due to a delay in VA benefits. The threat of his electricity being shut off is of deep concern due to dropping temperatures and because he must wear a CPAP machine to sleep. With your donation, we can get this family up-to-date on their utility bills.Read More$1,983 still needed$2,800My gift -
Ongoing Need
Help Keep Essential Vehicle Rolling
Getting around is hard when your car is being repaired, but imagine trying to get around with a significant injury and add 2-3 medical appointments a day. Some wounded service members do not have enough money to fix their vehicles. Your donations can help heroes with much-needed repairs.My gift -
California
Navy Sailor in Renal Failure Needs Help
A veteran navy sailor who was diagnosed with stage 3 renal failure needs your help with their rent payment to maintain his current living conditions. There is concern that if this veteran were to lose his housing and care is not addressed, it will lead to him needing dialysis. You can give the gift of healing to this veteran today.Read More$860 still needed$1,500My gift -
Colorado
VA Disability Income Delay Sets Back Retired Army Veteran
Recently retired Army veteran, who was wounded during combat, is currently waiting on VA disability income. His spouse starts school soon, and the veteran is working on his real estate license, but the lag of benefits during this transition has caused financial hardship. With your support to cover housing for three months, we can provide much-needed stability for this family, so they do not suffer any additional setbacks at this critical time.Read More$3,244 still needed$4,457My gift -
New York
Veteran Family Preparing for Harsh Winter Months
As the winter months approach, this Army veteran family in need is seeking assistance to purchase a snow blower. This simple yet crucial tool will not only ease their physical burden but also ensure their safety during the harsh winter weather, allowing them to maintain their independence. Your support can make a meaningful difference in helping this veteran navigate the challenges of winter with dignity and comfort.Read More$359 still needed$384My gift -
Ongoing Need
Pay the Electric Bill of a Military Family
Your donation of just $200 could provide power for a month to a military family in need or ensure that power is kept on for wounded warriors who need medical equipment for survival.My gift
We depend on your generosity to fulfill our important mission of building strong, stable, and secure military families. We aim to be the provider of choice for veterans and military families when their critical needs arise. The only way we can accomplish this is with your help. In addition to donating for urgent needs, we offer several ways to give in support of our military families
Your Donation will be designated for the urgent need you selected. If the need(s) has already been met, your donation will be used to support other Operation Homefront programs serving America’s military families.
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