UES es Mem RS eTfice Military Family Month Highlighting Banking Programs For Military Families (NAPSA)—There is good news for military service members, veterans and their families that find A number of new banking pro- grams have been created to help service members and their they struggle with unique financial needs and challenges as they families managetheir finances. > ployed. A number of military financial services programs are lies for first-time home ownership. And with personal service all the way, service members are move frequently, live on base or have loved ones who are deavailable from Chase to help mili- tary families manage their finances, and all are easily accessible on chasemilitary.com, a new site devoted to the financial needs of military families. Interest & Fee Refunds— One such program offers interest and fee refunds for charges incurred during deployment through the Blue Star program— a benefit offered on Chase’s mili- tary credit cards. In addition, family members can continue to use their military credit card while their loved one is deployed, andall interest and fees incurred during deployment will be refunded upon the cardmember’s return. Scholarships for Dependents—Dedicated to providing more than just financial products and services, Chase helps promote higher education by providing funding for Air Force Club college scholarships. To date, it has donated more than $100,000 in grants underthis program. Special Mortgage Services—Mortgages designed especially for service members are also available through Chase. First-time homebuyers can tap into Community Empower programs that prepare service fami- guided through the mortgage or refinancing process by a consul- tant who specializes in the unique needs of military families. Earn Extra Rewards for OnBase Purchases—Credit cardmembers will receive extra re- wards for spending on base at mil- itary installations, where many families do the bulk of their shop- ping. Up to two points are earned for every dollar spent at commis- saries, exchanges and MWR (morale, welfare and relocation) services and activities, and one point for purchases madeat off- base locations. Additional Benefits and Programs—Chasealso provides continual support of MWR pro- grams and services through its credit card program. Now at over $3.75 million, Chase’s funding of MWRactivities helps enrich life on base. Having been committed to military financial services since 1989, Chase understands, respects and honors the special needs of military families. To learn more about Chase Military Financial Services, visit the website at www.chasemilitary.com.
