When you support the family... you support the soldier.

The Texas National Guard Family Support Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 2004 by a group of existing and former Texas National Guard members with the purpose of supporting the needs of those serving our great State of Texas during both peace and wartime.

Programs to Build Strong Famillies We have programs to support military families such as Youth Programs, Morale and Welfare Programs, Limited Fund-raising Groups and Emergency Assistance.

The Foundation receives funding from groups, companies, and individuals who wish to support the Texas Military Forces and their families.

You Can Make A Difference When our soldiers know that their efforts - and their families back at home - are blanketed in the financial and emotional support of thousands of Americans just like you, they are free to focus on the task at hand.

Your support can make a difference in the lives of our soldiers and their families - building a stronger country for every United States citizen.

Applying for Financial Assistance

Q. How do I apply for Financial Assistance?
A: Fill out the Emergency Assistance Application linked below and fax to (512) 782-6953 or mail to:

Luann Barron
Family Assistance Specialist (Contractor HRCI)
2200 W. 35th St.
Austin, TX 78703

Office: (512) 782-1954
Cell: (512) 633-2972
Fax: (512) 782-6953

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Q: Who is eligible for Financial Assistance?
A: Texas National Guard (both Army and Air) members and their dependents are eligible to receive Financial assistance from the TXNG Family Support Foundation. Assistance levels vary by need and on case by case basis.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE

Loans:
If a loan is approved, repayment will be negotiated and stated in the contract (and Promissory Note) as signed. Payment will be adjusted based on the ability of the applicant to pay. A note will be executed by the borrower and provision in the note will provide for collection in the event of default. It is imperative that commanders discuss collection remedies with the borrower in the event the loan is not paid back.

NOTE: All loans and grants are for emergency, quality of life issues only. Service members and families requesting assistance due to financial irresponsibility (as determined by the Board) will be referred to an outside financial management counselor (Military One Source, etc.) for financial counseling. The Foundation is not intended for use to pay off debt, school tuition, or legal civil matters.

Grants:
The determination of a grant approval will be based upon ability of repayment and the specific circumstances of the hardship. The Texas National Guard Family Support Foundation will provide grants on a case by case basis in order to help a service member, when appropriate.

Emergency Assistance is given when:
1.    A member cannot otherwise pay for specific basic needs-lack of which would affect the member’s military job or the essential quality of dignity of life the military wants for its members.
2.    The need is essential, not merely desirable
3.    It is aimed at specific needs and generally limited and established for immediate emergency needs.
4.    Military pay problems.

EXAMPLES OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE COVERED BY TXNGFSF POLICIES

Basic Living Expenses:

Short-term costs related to the necessities of everyday living
- Food
- Utilities
- Rent
- Military Pay Problems (on a limited basis)

Medical Care:

Immediate financial need for pre-care payment only.

Emergency Travel:

Travel related to medical care.
Travel for funerals (assistance provided only for parental deaths, siblings and in situations where a military member was raised by the deceased).
Assistance can be provided for expenses related to travel on a personal emergency.

All other requests will be evaluated on a case–by-case basis.

The emergency assistance process combines an assessment of the emergency situation and an evaluation of the person’s budget to determine eligibility for a loan, grant or combination of both.
Grants are reserved for basic needs, i.e. food, utilities, emergency travel, or medical or dental expenses. They are not normally used for vehicle repairs, moves or education. Unique cases should be considered by the full board.
Each case is evaluated on its own merits.

APPLICATION PROCESS

The Guard member should be referred by their Commanding Officer or Supervisors in order to request assistance. Commanders should read the loan application to better assist their soldiers in understanding the loan process.
Spouses needing assistance must contact the military member’s unit or a member or talk directly with Luann Barron, Family Assistance Specialist, who may be reached by email ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) or complete the application and fax to 512-782-6953 for consideration.

Click here for application.

A Promissory Note (statement of repayment) will be sent from the TXNGFSF to the requestor upon approval and must be signed and returned before a check is provided. Payback agreement must be established. All assistance will initially be considered a loan unless the recipient requests grant consideration.