10/09/2025
💙 Supporting Our Members During the Government Shutdown
During this time of uncertainty, we want to remind our members and their families that help is available. Financial strain, stress, and uncertainty can take a toll — but you are not alone, and there are organizations standing ready to support you.
💵 Financial Relief & Assistance Programs
• EANGUS We Care for America Foundation (WCFA-NGRF):
Offers emergency grants and interest-free loans to National Guard members facing financial hardship.
🔗 https://eangus-wcfa.org
• USAA:
Provides low-interest loans and payment assistance for affected members.
💻 Visit your USAA account or call 1-800-531-8722 for details.
• Navy Federal Credit Union:
Offers shutdown relief loans and financial counseling for eligible members.
💻 https://www.navyfederal.org
• Hanscom Federal Credit Union:
Provides financial hardship options, loan payment relief, and budgeting assistance.
💻 https://www.hfcu.org
• PenFed Credit Union:
Offers skip-a-payment programs, emergency loans, and member support services.
💻 https://www.penfed.org
🍎 Food & Family Support
• Airman & Family Readiness Center (A&FRC):
Connects members to local food pantries, short-term aid, and community resources.
• Cape Cod & Massachusetts Community Resources:
Local churches, veterans’ groups, and food programs are offering additional support — contact your First Sergeant, Chaplain, or A&FRC for confidential referrals.
💬 Emotional & Peer Support
• Military OneSource (1-800-342-9647): 24/7 confidential counseling and guidance.
• Wing Leadership and the Massachusetts Enlisted Association are here to advocate and connect you to help when you need it.
Please don’t wait to reach out — whether for yourself or someone else. We are a community, and we take care of our own. 🇺🇸
PenFed Credit Union empowers you to achieve financial success with checking and savings, award-winning credit cards, and competitive rates on everything from mortgages, VA Loans, and HELOCs to auto loans.