AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy --
After two weeks of
renovations and reorganizing, Aviano’s Airman’s Attic reopened with a ribbon
cutting ceremony Oct. 17, 2016.
Throughout the two
weeks, volunteers remodeled, restocked and filtered through donations in order
to provide the best products to customers. In addition to getting a facelift,
the Airman’s Attic also changed who is eligible to use their free service.
“Previously the
Airman’s Attic was open to all ranks. Now we’re open for just E-5s and below
and their families,” said Corey Kmon, Airman’s Attic senior spouse advisor.
“It’s a big change for the community, but one that was needed. The E-5 and
below community really needs the Airman’s Attic.”
Although the Airman’s
Attic’s main goal is to provide for E-5s and below and their family members. The
uniform section will remain open to all Airmen. The Airman’s Attic has a
variety of uniform items to include blues, airman battle uniforms, service
dress coats, physical training gear, boots, dress shoes and rank insignias.
In addition to uniform
items, the Airman’s Attic has a plethora of other items available.
“We have everything a
person may need for their house or family,” Kmon explained. “We have children
and adult clothes, books, movies, small household appliances, decor, outdoor
items, bedding and seasonal decorations. If you think you need it for your home
or child, it’s probably here.”
The ability to provide
these items to customers relies on the goodwill of Team Aviano members. Kmon
encourages everyone to donate gently used or new items.
Those looking to donate
can bring items to the Airman’s Attic, located on the third floor of building
1467, during opening hours, which are from 1 to 5 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays
and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesdays. Additionally, those interested in
volunteering their time can visit the Airman’s Attic to schedule an interview.
The Airman’s Attic volunteers
understand life is unpredictable and customers may sometimes experience life
emergencies. Due to these situations, volunteers remain flexible to provide
assistance when needed.
“At the end of the day,
we at the Airman’s Attic will always do what’s best for the community,” said Kmon.
“If there is an emergency at home and you need something from the attic, please
contact your first sergeant. They know how to get in contact with a representative
from the Airman’s Attic. If you have an emergency you don’t have to wait for
opening hours for assistance.”
Kmon encourages the
community to not only use the Airman’s Attic during emergencies, but also
utilize its free service to save money and improve their quality of life.
“We are volunteer who
have the E-5 and below community’s best interest at heart,” she said. “They’re
the future of our Air Force and the Airman’s Attic serves that future.”
For more information on
the Airman’s Attic, call 0434-30-2020.