We were previously known as the Roanoke Chapter. The Air and Space Forces Association (AFA) is a non-profit, independent, professional military and aerospace education association promoting public understanding of aerospace, cyber and space power and the pivotal role it plays in the security of the nation. AFA publishes Air and Space Forces Magazine, conducts national symposia and disseminates inf
ormation through outreach programs. It sponsors professional development seminars and recognizes excellence in the education and aerospace fields through national awards programs. AFA presents scholarships and grants to Air Force and Space Force active duty, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve members and their dependents; and awards educator grants to promote science and math education at the elementary and secondary school level. MISSION
The Air and Space Forces Association mission is to promote a dominant United States Air Force and Space Force and a strong national defense, and to honor Airmen, Guardians and our Air and Space Forces Heritage. To accomplish this, we:
EDUCATE the public on the critical need for unmatched aerospace power and a technically superior workforce to ensure U.S. national security. ADVOCATE for aerospace, cyber, and space power and STEM education. SUPPORT the total Air Force and Space Force families, and promote aerospace education. ORGANIZATION
AFA is led by volunteer leaders at the national, state and local levels. AFA's state organizations and more than 230 chapters hold elections and conduct programs to increase public understanding of key national security issues in their communities. Programs range from luncheon and dinner activities to symposia and legislative roundtables with Congressional leaders. National officers and directors are elected by convention delegates attending the national convention each September. Delegates are chosen at the state and chapter levels to represent AFA's varied membership and vote on AFA policies. When finally adopted at the convention, AFA policy takes the form of an overall "Statement of Policy" and "Top Issues." TAX STATUS
The Air and Space ForcesAssociation is an IRS Code 501(c)(3) organization. Chapter and State organizations subordinate to AFA are recognized under IRS Exemption Number (GEN) 5392. Contributions to AFA and subordinates are fully tax-deductible for federal income tax purposes (see IRS Letter, 24 September 2009).
