Air Force Charity Ball Published Jan. 31, 2014 By Christina Lynch and Jodie Edwards 2014 Air Force Charity Ball Committee HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- On April 5, the Air Force family will join together to celebrate the Air Force Charity Ball and Silent Auction. This annual event has become an 11 year tradition of charitable giving in support of the Air Force Aid Society and the thousands of Airmen and families they assist. The Air Force Aid Society, a United States Air Force officially recognized charity, offers a lifeline for Airmen and their families. The AFAS helped Staff Sgt. Arrin Tune, from Minot Air Force Base, N.D., pick up the pieces after her home was severely damaged by the flooding of the Souris River in 2011. "When I received the call about Air Force Aid Society helping me, I started crying," said Tune, "there was a huge burden lifted off of my shoulders. I don't know how to show my appreciation so all I can do is say thank you to all who have helped me rebuild my home. There are not enough words to express how grateful I am." "It is one of the largest fundraisers for the AFAS and has generated over 5.4 million dollars since its inception," said Tanya Harencak, 2014 Air Force Charity Ball chairman. Funds are raised to support the Air Force mission by improving the lives of Airmen and their families through a variety of programs. These programs offer emergency aid, educational assistance and community enhancement. Additionally, programs have been designed to support the families of deployed airmen such as Give Parents a Break or Car Care Because We Care. "Your support will directly make a difference to all Air Force families in need. We can't do it without your help," added Harencak. To see how individuals involved with AFAS impact local communities, visit their website at http://www.afas.org, or if you want to learn more about the Charity Ball please visit www.airforcecharityball.org.