Give Parents a Break

Give Parents a Break

Give Parents a Break (GPAB), presented by the Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) Child Care Program, supports Air Force and Space Force families with child care when life’s challenges make a break essential.

Program Benefits

  • Financial Assistance: $40 per dependent child per month (up to 3 months)
  • Provider Flexibility: Funds can be used for any child care option
  • Direct Payment to Families: Approved funds are deposited to member via Zelle or ACH

Eligibility

  • Active-duty Air Force and Space Force members
  • Air National Guard and Reserve members activated under Title 10, USC for more than 15 days

Documents Required

  • GPAB Certificate referred by one of the following:
    • Unit Commander/First Sergeant
    • Chaplain
    • Doctor (or other medical professional)
    • Family Advocacy Personnel
    • Military & Family Readiness Center Personnel
  • Certification Form: Included in application process
  • Military ID: Copy of front and back

To Apply

Visit AFAS.org and select Request Assistance at the top of the page

For more information, contact the AFAS by calling 703-972-2604 or by emailing ea@afas-hq.org