Luke raises money for AFAF Published April 1, 2011 By Airman 1st Class David Owsianka 56th Fighter Wing Public Affairs LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. -- In its 34th year, the Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign started Monday and continues to May 6 at Luke Air Force Base. The AFAF campaign is an annual on-the-job fundraiser conducted among the Air Force family for the benefit of the Air Force family. According to the AFAF website, the campaign was established to raise funds annually for charitable affiliates that provide support to Air Force members in need. Air Force members, who are active duty, retired, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard and their dependents, including surviving spouses, benefit from the charities. The organizations supported through AFAF include the Air Force Villages, Air Force Aid Society, General and Mrs. Curtis E. LeMay Foundation and the Air Force Enlisted Village. These organizations help Airmen with aid in an emergency, with educational needs or to have a secure retirement home for widows or widowers of Air Force members in need of financial assistance. In order to fully support the Air Force family Luke AFAF has focused on an important goal. "The first goal is 100 percent contact of all Luke personnel and associate units," said Senior Master Sgt. Andrew Marulis, 56th Avionics flight chief. "I believe this is the most important goal because it gives everyone a chance to give to the charity or charities of their choice. The monetary goal for Luke is around $75,000. "The campaign kicked off Monday with a luncheon," he said. "People can donate by cash, check or money order or through payroll deduction. In 2010, Airmen across the Air Force contributed more than $7.33 million. "I think it's great we have this program and are involved," Sergeant Marulis said. "I am honored to take part in the event; it's a great way for Airmen to help Airmen."