Marisa Conner
DALLAS – When the military community shops the Exchange, they’re not just saving—they’re giving. 100% of Army & Air Force Exchange Services earnings are reinvested in the military community, and, in 2021, Exchange shoppers generated $5 million for Quality-of-Life programs for National Guard members. The $5 million for National Guard programs is part of the…
Read MoreDALLAS – When the success of Gabriela Fuentevilla’s at-home tamale business began to outgrow her house, she looked for a way to expand her operation—and found a perfect partner in the Army & Air Force Exchange Service. As the spouse of an active-duty Airman at Ellsworth Air Force Base and a mom, Fuentevilla needed a…
Read MoreDALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is helping Department of Defense Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Libraries make it easier for service members and their families to access online library services and resources. Using AAFES’ extensive online authentication system, authorized library patrons can use their Common Access Cards (CAC) to create an…
Read MoreDALLAS – For 127 years, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service has been delivering savings to Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians and members of the military community. To mark the July 25 anniversary, the Department of Defense’s largest retailer is celebrating with—what else?—special sales and discounts! All month long at the Express, shoppers can find favorite…
Read MoreDALLAS – As families are making their back-to-school shopping lists and looking for ways to save, many states will be offering sales tax holidays. But since every day is a sales tax holiday at the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, military shoppers will enjoy a double bonus during their state’s tax holiday. Exchanges will…
Read MoreDALLAS – As temperatures—and prices—are rising, MILITARY STAR® is helping military shoppers stay cool with special savings during the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s Xtra Deal Days. July 12 and 13, MILITARY STAR cardholders will receive: Double rewards points, earning four points for every $1 spent. 10 cents off every gallon of gas at…
Read MoreDALLAS – Service members can start their weekends in July off right by winning snacks each week at their Express during the Nabisco Salute to the Military sweepstakes. Shoppers can submit an entry form at participating Expresses each week in July for Friday drawings to win $20 in Nabisco snacks. “The Exchange and Nabisco are…
Read MoreDALLAS – Army Emergency Relief (AER) is honoring the Army & Air Force Exchange Service with its 2022 Jack Ritchie Distinguished Service Award. The Jack Ritchie Distinguished Service Award was established in 2014 and is named after an AER vice president who served the organization for 43 years. Recipients must “champion the AER mission of…
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