This website provides a centralized source of shutdown resources and furlough assistance available for service members, federal employees, and families during the government shutdown.
Note: We are regularly updating this website with shutdown/furlough information as it becomes available. We encourage you to verify details from the office, resource, or service provider. USAG Stuttgart does not endorse or guarantee any specific service, nor is it responsible for expired offers or changes, made by external providers.
Information Resources
- USAG Stuttgart Services During the Government Shutdown: A list of garrison-based offices and services and their operating statuses. Updated 5 Nov 2025.
- IMCOM-E Resource list (v7): A document with information about furlough resources, programs, and services available to service members, federal employees, and their families. Updated 5 Nov 2025.
- DCPAS Furlough and Resource Support: A flyer from the Defense Civilian Personnel Advisory Service (DCPAS) with furlough resources and support gathered from multiple public and private sources to support furloughed employees.
- Furlough Resources for Civilians: USAG Stuttgart presentation with links to furlough resources available to federal employees. Updated 4 Nov 2025.
- Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Overseas Program: A nutrition education and supplemental food program that aims to improve overall health and wellness of families.
- Military OneSource: Free counseling, financial coaching, and 24/7 support. Call 1-800-342-9647.
Military Aid Organizations
- Army Emergency Relief: Shutdown loans available up to $6,000 for active-duty Soldiers and their families. Other resources available to retirees and survivors.
- Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society: Assistance members of the Navy and Marine Corps.
- Air Force Aid Society: Assistance for members of the Air Force and Space Force.
- Coast Guard Mutual Assistance: Interest-free loans up to one month of BAH.
- National Guard Relief Foundation: Assistance for National Guard Soldiers, Airmen, and families facing emergencies
Support Available on USAG Stuttgart
Family and MWR
- Free Recreation Opportunities: Free activities available at the golf course, bowling alley, outdoor recreation, and more.
- Army Community Service (ACS): Programs and Services are available to DoW ID Card Holders.
- MWR Childcare (CDC/CYC)
- Families will be billed for care and services provided during the shutdown.
- Families will have 30 days to pay fees after an appropriations bill or continuing resolution (CR) is passed.
- Late payments will not be assessed during the furlough period.
- Late payments will be applied 31 business days after the enactment of an appropriations bill or CR
- Contact CYS Parent Central Services for more information.
Garrison Religious Support Office: Operation Helping Hands
- A ministry designed to help service members and federal employees who are experiencing a short-term financial crisis in their life.
- Commissary gift cards funded through Stuttgart Chapel Tithes and Offerings Fund.
- Assistance limit based on family size–$50 to $250
- Inquire through unit chaplain or the Garrison RSO.
- Donate Online: pushpay.com/g/stuttgartgive, select CAJY to donate to Operation Helping Hands.
Stuttgart Community Pantry
- Volunteer-run pantries that offer free non-perishable shelf-stable food, hygiene supplies, and pet products to anyone with base access.
- Operated with support from Garrison RSO, unit chaplains, and other community partners, like the American Red Cross.
- Donations accepted at all locations. A list of needed items is updated on the Stuttgart Community Pantry Facebook Page.
- Want to volunteer, email CommunityPantryStuttgart@gmail.com
- Locations:
- Patch: Patch Chapel Gazebo, 24/7
- Kelley: Kelley Fellowship Center, M-F, 0900-1700
(Use entrance closest to the gym) - Panzer: Bldg. 2948 basement (Next to the Fitness Center), 24/7
- Robinson: Chapel Annex, M & TH, 0900-1700 and W & SU, 0900-1400
American Red Cross
- Emergency travel grants for service members. Call 1-877-272-7337.
USO
Operation Support the Force
- Food drives at commissaries (Europe) for uniformed service members and their families.
Free Food Events
- Available to anyone with base access.
- 6 NOV: Chili Cook Off – 1100, Kelley Barracks (grassy area near CMR)
- 10 NOV: Waffles for Warriors – 0730-1000, Panzer Main Exchange Parking Lot
- 14 NOV: Taste of the World: Korea – 1100, USO Center on Panzer Kaserne
- 27 NOV: Thanksgiving Day Feast
- Session 1: 1100-1300
- Session 2: 1430-1630
- Registration is required and will open 6 NOV
AAFES
Military Star®
- 0% Interest + No Payments for 90 days on all commissary purchases through November.
- Contact MILITARY STAR for additional info: www.myecp.com/HtmlPages/ContactUs
School Meal Program (SMP) Temporary Support During Furlough
- Impacted families are encouraged to apply for benefits to help cover the cost of school meals
- Only intended for the duration of the furlough and reapplication is required after shutdown
- 60-day grace period post-shutdown for families to pay negative balances, with flexibility for additional extensions upon request
- Apply Online at linqconnect.com/public/meal-application/new and search for AAFES DoDEA.
Reel Time Theaters
- Free movie screenings of classic movies
- Reserve tickets online: reeltime.imenu360.com/
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Overseas Program: Temporary Enrollment for Families Affected by Government Shutdown
- If you are not receiving wages due to the Government shutdown, you may be eligible for temporary WIC benefits.
- WIC provides you and your family with nutritious food; tips on how to prepare balanced meals; nutrition and health screenings; and other resources.
- The WIC Overseas Program is also available to eligible Civilian employees and DoW contractors.
- All other standard WIC eligibility criteria still apply.
- Call the Stuttgart WIC Overseas office to check if you qualify and can enroll for temporary monthly benefits.
- Contact Information:
- POC: Margaret Donohew, BSN, RN
- Location: Panzer Kaserne, Bldg. 2915, Room 307
- Hours: Mon-Fri 0730-1630
- Comm: +49 (9641) 70-596-3351
- DSN: (314) 596-3351
- Email: Malgorzata.B.Donohew.ctr@army.mil
Stuttgart Law Center
- Eligible clients include all active-duty service members, military retirees, family members, and eligible civilian employees.
- German lawyers available for general advice and counsel.
- To speak with an attorney, clients must request an appointment by email briefly describing the issue.
- Contact Information:
- Location: Kelley Barracks, Bldg. 289
- Hours: M-W, 0900-1600; TH, 1300-1600; F, 0900-1500 (Closed for lunch 1200-1300)
- Commercial: +49 (964) 170 591-7593/7503
- DSN: (314) 591-7593/7503
- Email: usarmy.stuttgart.7atc.mbx.slcla@army.mil
Last updated: 3 November 2025