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The Air & Space Forces Association mission
AFA works for strong U.S. air and space forces, supports Airmen, Guardians, and their families, and preserves the heritage of military air and space service.
What is AFA's mission?
The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) works to strengthen U.S. air and space forces for national defense, honor and support Airmen, Guardians, and their families, and preserve their heritage. AFA's statement begins: “Our mission is to promote dominant U.S. Air and Space Forces as the foundation of a strong National Defense;” Read AFA's complete official mission for the exact current wording. Source reviewed October 12, 2026.
Three pillars put that mission into practice:
Advocate
AFA promotes the airpower and spacepower needed for national defense. Explore the Association's current priorities and statements through our advocacy guide, which links to the official policy sources.
Educate
AFA supports aerospace education and STEM pathways. Find CyberPatriot, StellarXplorers, scholarships, and education grants from one starting point.
Support
AFA recognizes and supports people across the Air Force and Space Force community. Our AFA support program finder helps visitors choose the right path. Learn how its Wounded Airmen & Guardians Program helps service members and caregivers, and how United Forces & Families serves military families through resources and Chapter-led initiatives. Use the Chapter directory to find a local connection or follow AFA news for current public activity.
How can I support AFA's mission?
Compare free and paid membership options, find a local Chapter, explore official ways to give to AFA, and follow AFA events or public news. AFA handles donations through its own giving channels. For current enrollment terms and the exact mission statement, use its official mission page.
How AFA Connect fits
AFA Connect connects the Association's national, regional, state, and chapter communities through public information and the protected member app. Learn about the platform or get the app.