AFAF Highlight: General and Mrs. Curtis E. LeMay Foundation Published April 18, 2012 By by Tech. Sgt. Jennifer Foster 66th Air Base Group Public Affairs HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. -- The Air Force Assistance Fund is the main source of support for the General and Mrs. Curtis E. LeMay Foundation, established by the general and his wife, Helen, in 1987. The foundation provides for the needs of Air Force retirees' widows across the nation. General LeMay once said, "If there is going to be change for the better in this world, you have to provide it by doing something." With the aid of his wife, this same attitude and drive led to the creation of the organization, which offers grants to provide widows of Air Force retirees of all ranks with assistance for rent, utilities, food and some health care. The foundation was based on the concept that these widows "spent much of their lives coping with the difficulties of military life and supporting their spouses through years of active duty," states the organization's website, located at www.lemay-foundation.org. "Military spouses are entitled to a decent standard of living, entitled to live with dignity, and entitled to be proud of their service." Hanscom AFAF update The AFAF Campaign also benefits the Air Force Aid Society, the Air Force Village Foundation and the Air Force Enlisted Village charities. Hanscom's monetary goal for this year's campaign, which ends May 4, is $33,547. Base personnel have donated $17,362 so far, 51 percent of the monetary goal. Hanscom personnel who want to make a contribution to one or more of the charities can do so online by visiting the AFAF website, www.afassistancefund.org, and completing the form. Once completed, the form can be printed and turned in to the individual's group or squadron point of contact. Hanscom AFAF installation project officers: Capt. Carmen Sowers: 781-225-4239 Capt. Ishaovbua Ayeni: 781-225-2399