DALLAS – It matters where you shop, and shopping at the Army & Air Force Exchange Service makes a difference for Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians, retirees, Veterans and military families.
Whether shopping in main stores, Expresses or malls, shoppers make their community stronger. 100% of Exchange earnings are returned to the military community, included through funding budget-constrained Quality-of-Life programs such as Child, Youth and School Services; Armed Forces Recreation Centers; and more—without burdening American taxpayers. In the last 10 years, the Exchange has generated $2.1 billion for military Quality-of-Life programs.
Online shoppers support the community, too. For those who prefer contactless shopping, the Exchange offers several options:
- ShopMyExchange.com is always open, including to all honorably discharged Veterans who have confirmed their eligibility at ShopMyExchange.com/Vets. Shoppers who use their MILITARY STAR® card receive free shipping on all ShopMyExchange.com orders.
- Curbside pickup allows shoppers to pick up online orders at the store without leaving their vehicle. When the order is ready, park in a designated parking spot at the PX or BX, and an associate brings the item to the vehicle.
- Buy online, pick up in store service lets shoppers pick up their ShopMyExchange.com orders at customer service or a specially designated area inside the PX or BX.
“It matters where you shop,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Osby, the Exchange’s senior enlisted advisor. “Whether shopping the Exchange in store or online, military members can enjoy peace of mind along with tax-free purchases and military-exclusive pricing—all while making a difference for our military community.
The Exchange adheres to Department of Defense guidelines and health recommendations, as well as local command directives, in all its stores.
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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 61st-largest retailer in the United States. Its earnings provided $2.1 billion in dividends to support military morale, welfare and recreation programs over the last 10 years. The Exchange is a non-appropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors. The Exchange is a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, planning and conducting events and activities that recognize the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans and their families in conjunction with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at http://www.shopmyexchange.com or follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ExchangePAO.
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Media Notes:
For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Marisa Conner at 214-312-5111 or [email protected].
Follow the Exchange:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shopmyexchange
Twitter: https://twitter.com/shopmyexchange
Instagram: @shopmyexchange