What you need to know:
Who: Veterans with in-store Exchange shopping privileges.
What: A free commemorative challenge coin with an American bald eagle and America 250 design.
When: Nov. 11 at most PXs and BXs. Some locations will hold giveaways on nearby dates.
How: Learn more at ShopMyExchange.com/salutetoservice. Coins are available while supplies last.
DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) will thank Veterans for their service with free commemorative challenge coins at PXs and BXs worldwide this Veterans Day.
Most PXs and BXs will hand out coins Nov. 11, and some locations will hold giveaways on nearby dates. Veterans can learn more at ShopMyExchange.com/salutetoservice or on their PX or BX social media pages.
The commemorative coins feature an American bald eagle and America 250 design on one side and the six Armed Forces emblems on the other.
“A challenge coin is a mark of respect, earned through service,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Angela Holden, the Exchange’s senior enlisted advisor. “This year’s limited-edition coin also celebrates America’s 250th birthday. It’s a small thank-you for a debt we can’t repay.”
This marks the seventh straight year the Exchange is joining the Navy Exchange Service Command, Marine Corps Exchange and Coast Guard Exchange to honor those who served.
The giveaway is part of the Exchange’s Salute to Service Month, a celebration throughout November recognizing and celebrating selfless service. Additional giveaways include:
- 7: Veteran for Life keychains.
- 20: Collectible penny POGs, a nod to the cardboard currency used in Southwest Asia in the 2000s.
Veterans with service-connected disabilities can use their hard-earned Exchange benefit in-store and online while all honorably discharged Veterans can shop tax-free for life at ShopMyExchange.com. Veterans can visit https://publicaffairs-sme.com/Community/veterans#pa for more information.
Social-media-friendly version: A heartfelt thank-you. The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is honoring Veterans with free commemorative challenge coins at PXs and BXs worldwide this Veterans Day. Most giveaways are Nov. 11, while supplies last. Check local dates and times: ShopMyExchange.com/salutetoservice. Read more: https://wp.me/p9Q7PG-3l2
Questions and answers
Q1. Do Veterans get a free challenge coin at the PX or BX on Veterans Day 2026?
A1. Yes. Veterans with in-store shopping privileges can receive a limited edition 2026 challenge coin at PXs and BXs worldwide, most on Nov. 11, while supplies last.
Q2. Who is eligible?
A2. Veterans with in-store shopping privileges are eligible.
Q3. Can I get the coin online?
A3. Due to mailing costs, the Exchange’s challenge coin giveaway is an in-store only event.
Q4. What does the 2026 coin look like?
A4. One side features an American bald eagle and an America 250 design. The other has the emblems of all six branches.
Q5. What other Salute to Service giveaways are there?
A6. Veteran for Life keychains will be given away Nov. 7 and complimentary collectible penny POGs will be offered Nov. 20.
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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service has gone where Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians 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 60th-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In FY 2025, the Exchange generated $307 million for military Quality-of-Life programs. In the last 10 years, the Exchange has generated $2.4 billion in dividends to Quality-of-Life programs. The Exchange is a nonappropriated fund entity of the Department of War and is directed by a Board of Directors. 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 X at https://x.com/shopmyexchange.
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Media Notes:
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