VISION: A future where servicemembers, veterans, and their families have the support and opportunities to overcome the unique challenges of military life and thrive during and beyond service. 

MISSION: To empower servicemembers, veterans, spouses, caregivers, survivors, and their families with programs that honor their service, strengthen their well-being, and help them overcome the unique challenges of military life to succeed during and beyond service. 

Career Transition 

Career development events and resources to prepare for a career beyond service.

Learn more about our Career Transition program here. 

Community Outreach

Supports MOAA councils and chapters delivering aid to military families in their local communities.

Learn more about our Community Outreach program here. 

Crisis Relief 

The Crisis Relief Program offers financial assistance to assist uniformed services personnel, veterans, and their families in the midst of crisis.

Learn more about our Crisis Relief program here.

Professional Development & Education

Seminars led by subject-matter experts on financial management and lifelong professional development.

Learn more about our Professional Development here. Learn more about our Professional Education Outreach here.

Education Assistance

The MOAA Charities Development team has a wide range of experience across various sectors. Together, we work to ensure our programs reach those in need.

Amanda Centers, CFRE, Vice President, Development

Jeff Angers, Director of Development, Fundraising

Lauren Walters, Development Program Director

Genelle Felix, Development Program Manager

Hailey White, MBA, Development Project Coordinator 

Sid Agrawal, Senior Manager, Fundraising and Marketing 

Ryan Hogan, Development Associate

The MOAA Charities is led by a Board of Directors with a wide range of experience and expertise. These volunteers provide strategic guidance, fiscal oversight, and support to our staff to ensure both charities are fulfilling their respective missions. We are grateful for these leaders who donate both their time and their money to serve our community.

MOAA Charities Board of Directors

ADM James G. Foggo, USN (Ret), Chair 

Mrs. Virginia "Gail" Joyce, Surviving Spouse 

LtCol Ronald J. Clark, USMC (Ret) 

CAPT Eugene de Lara, USN (Ret) 

CAPT Marvin H. Heinze, USN (Ret) 

GEN David G. Perkins, USA (Ret) 

Mr. Val Hawkins 

Mr. David Kaplan

MG George A. Alexander, USA (Ret) 

COL Stephanie E. Dawson, USA (Ret) 

CWO4 Lelia P. Jackson, USMC (Ret) 

VADM Fred M. Midgette, USCG (Ret) 

Lt Col Karon L. Uzzell-Baggett, USAF (Ret)

For general questions please call (800) 234-6622 or (703) 549-2311. Our Member Service Center representatives are ready to assist you Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern time.

For questions regarding our Crisis Relief program, please email relief@moaa.org.

For questions regarding the Education Assistance Program, please email edassist@moaa.org.

For all other questions about MOAA Charities or our programs, contact our Development Team: (800) 234-6622 or charities@moaa.org.