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May 3, 2019
Youth summer camps offer engagement, growth

The Air Force Services Activity, headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, manages many programs designed specifically for kids, to include a variety of summer camps – both residential and at home station.
April 30, 2019
2019 Air Force Photo Contest opens soon

The annual contest, managed by the Air Force Services Activity, highlights and celebrates photography created by Airmen and their families.
April 29, 2019
HFI delivers nutritious, tasty food for today’s warfighters

After years of concentrating on serving healthy food in its dining facilities, the Air Force is now doubling down to make sure meals not only deliver great nutrition but an abundance of flavor as well.
April 1, 2019
AFSVA, ITT offer Airmen discount deals to build, recharge resiliency

Spring is here and many Airmen are already considering where they want to go and what they want to do over the summer months. For many, an important part of planning is the ability to find budget-friendly options.
March 22, 2019
Air Force seeks triathletes for Armed Forces competition

The Air Force is looking for men and women for the 2019 Armed Forces Triathlon June 19-23, in Ventura County, California.
March 21, 2019
Air Force seeks men's rugby players

The Air Force is looking for athletes for the 2019 Men’s Rugby Trial Camp June 12-23 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland and the Armed Forces championship Aug. 12-26 in Glendale, Colorado.
Feb. 14, 2019
Window opens for Air Force golf camp, Armed Forces championship

Active-duty, Guard and Reserve Airmen interested in participating in the 2019 Golf Trial Camp, and ultimately Armed Forces Golf Championship, have until next month to submit their applications to compete.
Feb. 12, 2019
Air Force announces adult, youth artists of the year

The Air Force Services Activity recently announced the winners of the annual Air Force Art Contest.
Nov. 20, 2018
Air Force proves mettle at first inter-service Alpha Warrior battle

A team of six Air Force men and women bested the Army and Navy to capture the first-ever Inter-Service Alpha Warrior Final Battle held at Retama Park on the outskirts of San Antonio Nov. 17.
Aug. 28, 2018
Air Force announces food excellence awards

The Air Force recently announced the 2018 Arthur J. Myers Food Service Excellence Awards.
Aug. 10, 2018
Air Force announces photo contest winners

Congratulations to this year’s Air Force photo contest winners in the adult and youth categories. This year’s theme “Freedom,” managed by the Air Force Services Activity, received more than 1,200 photo submissions.
July 27, 2018
Air Force announces 2018 Innkeeper Award winners

The Air Force recently announced the winners of the 2018 Innkeeper Awards for best lodging operations across the service.
May 7, 2018
Application deadlines approaching for Air Force youth camps

The summer adventure season is about to start, and there’s still time for Air Force youth to apply for more than 20 camps available at locations across the United States.
May 4, 2018
Air Force photo contest begins, theme is “Freedom”

The 2018 Air Force photo contest, managed by the Air Force Services Activity, officially began May 1, 2018.This year’s theme is “Freedom” with the contest running through May 31.
April 20, 2018
Alpha Warrior tour returns to Air Force installations

The Air Force is continuing its rollout of the Alpha Warrior program with the launch of the 2018 Alpha Warrior Meet and Greet Tour this month.
April 5, 2018
Air Force launches new application tool for Airmen athletes

Air Force Sports, managed by the Air Force Services Activity, recently launched an online application system to make it easier for Airmen athletes to apply for Air Force sports teams.
April 2, 2018
Expanded childcare options support deployed, remote Airmen

The Air Force expanded the number of hours it will provide free child care for families of military members deployed or on remote assignments starting April 1, 2018.
March 12, 2018
New partnership encourages kids to explore great outdoors

The Air Force Services Activity is partnering with the National Park Trust to bring the Buddy Bison Great Outdoors Challenge to military families at installations.
Feb. 21, 2018
Applicants sought for 2018 Armed Forces Soccer teams

Air Force Sports is accepting applications for the 2018 Armed Forces soccer teams.
Feb. 21, 2018
Call for 2018 Armed Forces Volleyball teams

Air Force Sports is accepting applications for the 2018 Armed Forces volleyball teams.
Feb. 5, 2018
AFSVA announces art contest winners

When 2017 Air Force Art Contest results were announced recently, two artists from the same installation celebrated repeat victories. Josh Pugeau, 709th Maintenance Support Squadron civilian missile inspector at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, won the adult accomplished division with his charcoal “Bearded
Dec. 11, 2017
Air Force Entertainer of the Year announced

Senior Airman Marcus Ward is the 2017 Air Force Entertainer of the Year.
Nov. 21, 2017
Call for Airmen to compete in Cross Country Championship

Air Force Sports is accepting applications for Airmen to compete in the 2018 Armed Forces Cross Country Championships to be held in Tallahassee, Florida, Feb. 1 - 4, 2018.
Nov. 16, 2017
Finalists to compete for Air Force Entertainer of the Year

Senior Airman Marcus Ward, Master Sgt. Robert Carter and Christy Broughton are competing for the title of 2017 Air Force Entertainer of the Year, and you can choose the winner by voting online Nov. 13-30, 2017.
Nov. 16, 2017
AF Alpha Warriors prove mettle in ‘Final Battle’

A new era of Comprehensive Airman Fitness reached a milestone Nov. 11, 2017, with the first Air Force Alpha Warrior “Final Battle”.
Nov. 8, 2017
AF sweeps youth sports program awards

The Hurlburt Field, Florida Youth Sports Program is one of five winners of a National Alliance for Youth Sports Excellence in Youth Sports Award. Air Force personnel also won NAYS Coach of the Year and Parent of the Year Awards.
Oct. 6, 2017
AF Services Activity launches drive for new club members

Hot on the heels of its 2017 Air Force Club Member Appreciation Program, the Air Force Services Activity is launching a drive to attract new members.
June 30, 2017
Officials urge retirees to transition club membership to virtual portal

For many Air Force retirees, a club membership is one way to stay connected to the service they love. Air Force Services Activity officials are encouraging retirees to activate their new Air Force Club Member Portal accounts before losing that connection.
June 29, 2017
Air Force Clubs award $36,000 in scholarships

The Air Force Services Activity has awarded $36,000 in scholarships to 10 Air Force Club members or their family members.
June 27, 2017
AF Sports seeks softball players for training camps, championships

The Air Force is looking for men and women softball players to attend trial camps Aug. 31-Sept. 17, 2017, with the potential to compete in the Armed Forces Championships Sept. 18-24 and USA Nationals Softball Championships Sept. 29-Oct. 1.
June 22, 2017
Aero Club offers adventure, fun in the friendly skies

Aero clubs have played a significant role in building and sustaining ready and resilient Airmen almost since the U.S. Air Force was founded in 1947.
June 12, 2017
'Voice' winner launching AF tour

Sundance Head, the winner of NBC’s “The Voice” season 11, is ready and eager to bring his original soul country music to Air Force audiences.As part of its initiative to bring quality entertainment to Airmen and their families, the Air Force Services Activity was just as eager to sign the Texas
April 25, 2017
MacDill first in AF to host Alpha Warrior tour

MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, hosted the Air Force’s first stop for the Air Force Alpha Warrior Tour, April 18-19, 2017. The Air Force Services Activity partnered with the Alpha Warrior team to continue building Comprehensive Airman Fitness through the newly initiated Air Force Alpha Warrior
April 24, 2017
$36,000 in scholarships available to AF club members, families

The deadline to apply for the 2017 Air Force Club Scholarship Program is May 12. During the past 19 years, the program has provided college tuition assistance to more than 440 Air Force Club members and their eligible family members.
April 19, 2017
Air Force Clubs transition from credit card system to virtual portal, app

The Air Force is revolutionizing its club membership program in the coming months, to include a transition away from a club credit card to the Air Force Club Member Portal.
April 18, 2017
AFSVA offers aviation, space camps for teens

Thanks to the Air Force Services Activity, teens are getting the opportunity to explore careers as aviators or astronauts through 2017 summer camps.
April 14, 2017
AF Alpha Warrior program ensures Airmen’s functional fitness

The Air Force Services Activity, or AFSVA, is teaming with obstacle race specialists Alpha Warrior, using equipment similar to that used on the television competition series American Ninja Warrior, to continue building on Comprehensive Airman Fitness.
April 13, 2017
Air Force Sports seeks Airmen track, field athletes for training camp, championships

The Air Force is looking for track and field athletes to attend a training camp with the potential to compete at the Air Command Track and Field Championships at Ramstein AB, Germany.
Jan. 19, 2017
AFSVA seeks players for international basketball tourney

The Air Force Services Activity seeks Airmen who want to play on the 2017 Headquarters Allied Air Command (HQ AIRCOM) Basketball Team for the upcoming HQ AIRCOM Basketball Championship
Dec. 18, 2016
AFVSA to implement new RPA childcare

To combat these one-of-a-kind challenges, personnel from the Air Force Services Activity headquarters in Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, recently met with military members and conducted interviews here where they discussed new and evolving childcare options.
May 11, 2016
Food for thought: Airmen asked to take AF food services survey

Taking care of Airmen and families remains one of the Air Force’s top priorities. Providing the best food service possible is an important aspect of doing that. It’s essential to listen to and respond to what people have to say. The 2016 Food Services Assessment Survey (FSAS), which is available
April 12, 2016
AF Service Activity promotes undead summer bowling league

The theme of the Air Force Services Activity’s summer bowling league will be based on AMC’s “The Walking Dead,” a popular TV series that revolves around life after a zombie apocalypse.

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