Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of requests for help does the Murray Grey Foundation Receive?
Besides requests to help active serving Military or Veteran families save their homes from foreclosure, the vast majority are from those requesting relatively small amounts for emergency financial support- the most requested are support for food, clothing, transportation, payment of utilities to avoid shut-off, insurance and childcare.
How do you fundraise to help the families?
We use volunteers and have created several programs to help the fundraising. Phone calling, (mostly those we have helped before) is one source, and we have other donation programs that anyone can participate in. Additionally, we were selected by a large national entertainment based not- for-profit that is doing celebrity based fundraising on our behalf. The need and requests we receive far exceed our current capability to satisfy them, so we are continually increasing our fundraising efforts.
Doesn't the VA help soldiers?
Yes, VA is an excellent source of help to the soldiers; however, there are certain situations or families that the VA cannot help. At times, a family's needs may not conform to the VA requirements or resources but they still need help!
Doesn't the government give the soldiers everything they need?
The US Government helps families indeed. However, there are certain gaps that need to be filled, especially when it comes to personal financial matters regarding their home. This is where The Murray Grey Foundation gets involved; particularly in providing financial assistance.
How do I receive benefits?
If your family member is in service and you need assistance, simply go to our assistance page to register. If you wish, we can contact you by phone immediately. Otherwise, we will send you a detailed form to ascertain your need. Within a few days following your submission of the form, we will follow-up and start gathering appropriate resources for you. It's that simple!
What is the one thing that families need the most?
Your support to help our military families. It is hard to generalize and say that there is one thing that all families need, other than your whole-hearted support and prayers. Your donations will help fulfill most of these needs. The Murray Grey Foundation will keep you posted through messages on our web site.
Is Murray Grey Foundation a non-profit charitable organization?
Yes we are. We are a 501 (c) 3 organization. The Murray Grey Foundation, Tax Exempt # 56-264479 that was granted tax exempt 501 c 3 status by the IRS 11/14/2006.
Is my donation tax deductible?
Absolutely.
Where do donations go and how are they used?
We use all of our donations to give directly financial assistance to military families. To learn more about our programs click on the programs tab or click here.
Who is eligible for assistance?
All current and former members of the military and their immediate families.
How can we contact you?
You can contact us here: support@militaryfamilysupportfund.org or call 623-242-0352
Where do donations come from?
From a variety of sources, mostly private donors or businesses.
I’m a member of the media who can I talk to?
Members of the media can contact us at: admin@militaryfamilysupportfund.org
What kind of assistance do you provide?
Literally anything you can think of that we can provide. If you want to learn more please see the programs page.
I would like to apply for assistance how can I do that?
Fill out the assistance application form by clicking here.
I would like to donate or volunteer, how can I get more information about that?
Please see our mission page for more about our mission and our membership program.
