The Board of Pensions and Retirement manages the assets of the City's pension fund, ensuring there is enough money to pay out to those who have earned benefits. This Guide has been prepared for the purpose of providing general instructions for completing the Form I864, Affidavit of Support.Contact us if you need assistance. The purpose of the letter will vary depending on what is being sought (e.g. , release on bond or a green card in deportation proceedings). As long as it says how much is your annual salary, then that's all that matters. You can search online to find some samples, here's one I just found. Watch Out for Housing Assistance Scams! • Don't pay money to have someone fill out housing assistance application and recertification forms for you. Fill out the downloaded application form and save it.