AF Form 4357: CTOF Contract Monthly Statement Guide

AF Form 4357: CTOF Contract Monthly Statement Guide – Air Force personnel managing chapel programs rely on precise financial documentation to handle non-personal service contracts funded by voluntary offerings. AF Form 4357, officially titled Chapel Tithes and Offering Fund (CTOF) Contract Monthly Statement, serves as the key document for requesting and certifying monthly payments to contractors supporting religious and spiritual care activities.

What Is the Chapel Tithes and Offering Fund (CTOF)?

The Chapel Tithes and Offering Fund (CTOF) consists of voluntary monetary offerings from individuals and faith-based communities within the Air Force. Established in 1947 by the first Chief of Chaplains, it functions as an instrument of the U.S. Government to provide indirect mission support for religious practices and spiritual care. CTOF is not taxpayer-funded, nor part of Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs. It falls under oversight by the Chief of Chaplains and is managed according to DAFI 52-105, Chaplain Corps Resourcing, and related manuals like DAFMAN 52-107.

Funds support supplemental religious expression, such as contracted services for worship, faith group programs, training, and events—without supplementing appropriated funds.

Purpose of AF Form 4357

AF Form 4357 documents monthly services rendered under CTOF non-personal service contracts. Contractors submit it after completing deliverables. It enables payment only after services are performed via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT).

Key points:

  • Replaces older processes (e.g., AF Form 4356 for contractor payments).
  • Ensures verification of services before payment.
  • Supports compliance with federal accounting, EFT requirements, and IRS reporting where applicable.
  • Helps maintain accountability for voluntary religious funds.

This form is prescribed by DAFI 52-105 / DAFMAN 52-107 and is essential for base-level chapel operations across the U.S. Air Force and Space Force.

Who Uses AF Form 4357?

  • Contractors: Submit the monthly statement after delivering services.
  • Contracting Officer Representative (COR): Verifies services were rendered.
  • CTOF Account Manager: Certifies the form and submits it to the Chaplain Corps Accounting Center (CCAC) or equivalent.
  • Wing/Garrison Chaplain staff: Oversees the process as part of broader CTOF management.

Note: An AF Form 4360 (CTOF EFT) must be on file before processing any AF Form 4357 payments.

Step-by-Step Process for AF Form 4357

  1. Contractor completes deliverables for the month.
  2. Contractor submits AF Form 4357 to the COR.
  3. COR verifies services and forwards to the Account Manager.
  4. Account Manager certifies and submits to CTOF accounting section for EFT processing.
  5. Payment issued via EFT (no prepayments for services).

Contractors cannot be paid before services are rendered. All payments use EFT for security and compliance.

How to Download AF Form 4357?

Official Download:
AF Form 4357 PDF (from Air Force e-Publishing)

This is the most current version (released August 6, 2015, and still in use). Fillable PDF format works best with Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Additional resources:

  • DAFMAN 52-107 (full CTOF procedures).
  • Base-level CTOF operating instructions.
  • AF Form 4356 — Purchase Request (for non-contractor items).
  • AF Form 4360 — Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) authorization.
  • AF Form 4358 — Government Purchase Card Transaction Log.
  • AF Form 4362 — Project Officer Report.
  • AF Form 4409 — Monthly Self-Assessment.

Best Practices and Compliance Tips (USA-Based Air Force Personnel)

  • Submit forms promptly to avoid delays in contractor payments.
  • Maintain detailed records in the Account Manager file (Section 2 for open, Section 3 for closed).
  • Ensure background checks for contractors working with minors (per AFI 52-101).
  • Wing/Garrison Chaplains approve larger expenditures and oversee budgets.
  • Conduct monthly self-assessments for transparency.

Proper use of AF Form 4357 protects the integrity of voluntary offerings while enabling vital chapel support services for Airmen and families.

Need Help?

Contact your local base Chaplain Corps office or the Chaplain Corps Accounting Center (CCAC) for guidance. For policy details, refer to official Air Force e-Publishing resources on DAFI 52-105 and DAFMAN 52-107.

Download AF Form 4357 here: Official PDF Link

This guide is for informational purposes and based on publicly available Air Force publications as of 2026. Always verify the latest guidance through official channels.