Operation Homefront is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit have provided programs that offer: RELIEF (through Critical Financial Assistance and transitional housing programs), RESILIENCY (through permanent housing and caregiver support services) and RECURRING FAMILY SUPPORT programs and services throughout the year that help military families overcome the short-term bumps in the road so they don't become long-term chronic problems. Pprograms include: SHORT-TERM CRITICAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (RELIEF) Critical Financial Assistance* for food, utilities, home repairs, rent/mortgage payments, etc. Rent-free transitional housing for wounded service members Transitional Homes for Veterans LONG-TERM STABILITY (RESILIENCY) Mortgage-free homes awarded across the U.S. Veteran Caregiver Support program RECURRING FAMILY SUPPORT Baby showers to help new military moms welcome the newest member of the family Homefront Celebrations to recognize military spouses Holiday programs to provide meals and toys Backpacks filled with school supplies for military kids *Critical Financial Assistance is in the form of checks paid directly to mortgage lenders, auto mechanics, contractors, hospitals, doctors, and other providers.