AFAS leadership visits Davis-Monthan community leaders

Packy Lyden, Air and Space Forces Aid Society chief development officer, left, and U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Ed Thomas, AFAS chief executive officer, center, speak with an Airman about AFAS programs at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, April 29, 2026. AFAS provides support to Airmen, Guardians and their families through emergency assistance and quality-of-life programs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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AFAS leadership visits Davis-Monthan community leaders

U.S. Air Force retired Maj. Gen. Ed Thomas, Air and Space Forces Aid Society chief executive officer, left, and Packy Lyden, AFAS chief development officer, right, speak at the Military and Family Readiness Center about AFAS programs at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, April 29, 2026. AFAS is the official charity of the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force, providing financial assistance, emergency support and programs not available through standard military channels. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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AFAS leadership visits Davis-Monthan community leaders

U.S. Air Force retired Maj. Gen. Ed Thomas, Air and Space Forces Aid Society chief executive officer, speaks with an Airman about AFAS programs at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, April 29, 2026,. AFAS offers support such as child care assistance during permanent change of station moves and car seat grants for junior enlisted families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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AFAS leadership visits Davis-Monthan community leaders

U.S. Air Force retired Maj. Gen. Ed Thomas, Air and Space Forces Aid Society chief executive officer, left, and Packy Lyden, AFAS chief development officer, right, speak with members of the Military and Family Readiness Center at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, April 29, 2026. During the visit, AFAS leaders engaged with commanders, first sergeants and community partners to highlight resources available to Airmen and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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AFAS leadership visits Davis-Monthan community leaders

U.S. Air Force retired Maj. Gen. Ed Thomas, retired, Air and Space Forces Aid Society chief executive officer, left, and Packy Lyden, AFAS chief development officer, right, meet with the 355th Wing Chapel Team to discuss AFAS programs at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, April 29, 2026,. AFAS provides financial assistance and support services to Airmen and their families during times of need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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AFAS leadership visits Davis-Monthan community leaders

U.S. Air Force retired Maj. Gen. Ed Thomas, Air and Space Forces Aid Society chief executive officer, left, and Packy Lyden, AFAS chief development officer, right, meet with installation first sergeants to discuss the impact of AFAS programs. at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, April 29, 2026. AFAS supports Airmen, Guardians and their families by providing emergency assistance and community-based support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)

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AFAS leadership visits Davis-Monthan community leaders

Published April 30, 2026
By Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd
355th Wing Public Affairs

DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. -- Packy Lyden, Air and Space Forces Aid Society chief development officer, left, and U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Ed Thomas, AFAS chief executive officer, center, speak with an Airman about AFAS programs at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, April 29, 2026. AFAS provides support to Airmen, Guardians and their families through emergency assistance and quality-of-life programs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jaden Kidd)