The Warriors Family Assistance Program (WFA), created in 2008, continues to help our currently deployed military and their families and those honorably discharged. The National Guard and Reservists who have been federally deployed are also eligible for grants of up to $1500.00.
The men and women of our military services have put their personal lives on hold to protect and maintain the freedoms we all enjoy. It is for them and their families that the American Legion Auxiliary strives to assist in whatever way possible. Simply put “it is what we do” – support our soldiers, veterans, and their families when they need it most. It is through the Warriors Family Assistance Program that we provide that assistance during deployment or upon their return home. The success of this program relies on our auxiliary members, an important resource to help identify those in need, Family helping Family.
A Review Panel of three members at the County or District level is required to interview the applicant, review the application, examine the paperwork and then upon a unanimous decision, submit the application to the WFA Committee. Upon completion of the interview, please provide him or her with the latest WFA brochure. It is available from our Department Office and all District Presidents should have a supply on hand. Your recommendation determines the suitability of the grant. Please consider volunteering as a panel member in your County/District.
Department Chairman: Laura Booth
Email: nyalawfa@gmail.com
2025-2026 Information and Report Forms:
-For the WFA guidelines and application, please contact the WFA chairman.
Three types of grants are available:
MAINTENANCE:
● To alleviate the cost-of-living expenses including food, shelter, utilities, personal
hygiene, clothing, homeowner’s insurance premiums, home repair (not home
improvement), providing handicapped facilities in the home, repair, or
replacement of a major appliance
● Reconnect utilities
● Prevent eviction or foreclosure
MEDICAL:
● To alleviate the cost of current medical expenses
● To assist in payment of outstanding medical bills
OPPORTUNITY FOR EMPLOYMENT GRANTS:
● Provides financial assistance in finding transportation to work
● Provides assistance for childcare if the custodial parent must find employment
Grants are based on the immediate need of the applicant. Upon completion of the
application process, grant eligibility is determined by a panel of five Department
Executive Committee members: Second Vice-President, Third Vice President, the
WFA Committee Chairman and two members of the Department Finance
Committee.