September 24, 2024
SAIC Partners with Air Force Aid Society to Support the 'Bee' Arnold Spouse Tuition Program
Company becomes a founding contributor to the newly created Defense Sector Fund
Vinnie DiFronzo, SAIC Executive Vice President, Air Force and Combatant Commands Business Group, with retired Maj. Gen. Edward W. Thomas Jr., who is Air Force Aid Society's CEO, and retired Gen. Herbert J. Carlisle.
Reston, Va., September 24, 2024 – Building on a long-standing relationship, Science Applications International Corp. (NASDAQ: SAIC) has collaborated with Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) to both establish and serve as a founding member of the Defense Sector Fund. The Fund enables AFAS to serve and support Airmen, Guardians and their families, with a focus on emergency assistance, education, community programs and disaster relief.
SAIC’s 2024 contribution to the Fund will support the “Bee” Arnold Spouse Tuition Program, which provides financial backing to spouses pursuing educational opportunities and job training. The program will provide aid to Air Force and Space Force spouses who are completing entry-level job training through short-term programs or certifications – ranging from 3 to 12 weeks in duration – and part-time undergraduate degrees at an accredited 2- or 4-year college, university or vocational/trade school.
“SAIC is honored to partner with AFAS and play a pivotal role in ensuring that our Airmen, Guardians and their entire families have the resources they need both on and off the battlefield,” said SAIC executive vice president for Air Force and Combatant Commands Vinnie DiFronzo. “As a retired Airman myself, I know first-hand the value AFAS provides and look forward to seeing how our support will open doors for educational and career opportunities.”
Supporting our service members and their families is critical to sustaining readiness,” said retired Air Force Maj. Gen. Edward W. Thomas Jr., AFAS CEO. “By partnering with SAIC and other industry partners in our Defense Sector Fund, we can provide educational and job training opportunities to military spouses, allowing our Airmen and Guardians to focus on their mission with the confidence that their families are supported every step of the way.”
AFAS is currently experiencing a significant increase in requests for educational grants to provide financial support to military spouses seeking to improve their employability and secure immediate, viable employment opportunities. By offering this targeted financial assistance through SAIC’s support, AFAS aims to empower military spouses with the skills and qualifications needed to enter or advance in the workforce, contributing to their family's financial stability and overall well-being.
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