Press Releases

Army & Air Force Exchange Service Stores to Remain Open During Government Shutdown

By Julie Mitchell / September 29, 2023 /

DALLAS – Army & Air Force Exchange Service stores worldwide will remain open for Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians, military families, retirees and disabled Veterans if the federal government shuts down Oct.1. The Exchange is a nonappropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense, with most of its operating budget coming from the sale of goods and…

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Veterans Can Shop Tax-Free with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service

Veterans Can Shop Tax-Free with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service

By Keiana Holleman / September 26, 2023 /

Disabled Veterans can use their benefit in PXs and BXs; honorably discharged Veterans can visit ShopMyExchange.com DALLAS – For Curnie Bryant Jr., the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is more than a place to shop—it’s home. “I enjoy myself at the PX,” said Bryant, a Little Rock, Ark., resident and Veterans of Foreign Wars…

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Marines in the Pacific Can Support the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society at Their Nearest Exchange

By Julie Mitchell / September 25, 2023 /

DALLAS – Marines can now add a contribution to Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) when checking out at more than 25 Exchanges in the Pacific. “Donations will make a difference to Marines and Sailors who reach out for a helping hand,” said NMCRS CEO LtGen Robert Ruark, USMC (Ret.). “Our team is truly appreciative of…

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Army & Air Force Exchange Service Seeks Businesses to Strengthen Military Communities

By Travis Day / September 21, 2023 /

DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service, the Department of Defense’s largest retailer, welcomes businesses of all sizes and types to grow their brands and strengthen military communities. The Exchange is the country’s 54th-largest retailer with a customer base of 33.4 million shoppers, which includes active-duty Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians, Reservists, Guard members, Veterans,…

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The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is kicking off the 23rd year of its You Made the Grade Program, which rewards military students who earn good grades.

Military Students Can Win Big with Exchange’s You Made the Grade Program

By Travis Day / September 19, 2023 /

DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is kicking off the 23rd year of its You Made the Grade Program, which rewards military students who earn good grades. Military kids in first through 12th grades, including homeschool students, can bring their military ID and report card with a B average or higher to…

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Exchange Waives Layaway Fees For Military Shoppers Ahead of Holiday Season

Exchange Waives Layaway Fees For Military Shoppers Ahead of Holiday Season

By Keiana Holleman / September 18, 2023 /

DALLAS – Military shoppers can start holiday shopping early with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s layaway service—checking off wish lists early with a waived service fee. Layaways of toys, clothing, bikes and more are eligible for a waived service fee of $3 when paid in full and picked up by Dec. 24. Layaway…

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Exchange Celebrates Army-Navy Game’s 124-Year History with Rolling Tribute

By Chris Ward / September 13, 2023 /

DALLAS – In anticipation of the 124th Army-Navy Game presented by USAA on Dec. 9 in New England, the Exchange is launching a special message to service members, military families and Veterans with the help of a 53-foot rolling billboard. An Exchange trailer, wrapped with a design featuring the Boston skyline and “Where Heroes Make…

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Exchange Sweepstakes Offers Nearly $7,000 in Prizes for Air Force’s 76th Birthday

By Travis Day / September 12, 2023 /

DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is celebrating the U.S. Air Force’s 76th birthday with nearly $7,000 in prizes. From Sept. 15 through Oct. 13, authorized Exchange shoppers can enter at ShopMyExchange.com/sweepstakes for a chance to win more than 100 tactical products. Prizes include: Danner Reckoning military boots (three winners) Fechheimer ruck…

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The Army & Air Force Exchange Service and MILITARY STAR® are celebrating the U.S. Air Force’s 76th birthday with one-day-only savings for cardmembers Sept. 18.

MILITARY STAR Celebrates the Air Force’s 76th Birthday with One-Day Only Savings

By Travis Day / September 11, 2023 /

DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service and MILITARY STAR® are celebrating the U.S. Air Force’s 76th birthday with one-day-only savings for cardmembers Sept. 18. Savings when using MILITARY STAR on Sept. 18 include: 10 cents off every gallon of gas (including branded fuel at select Expresses). 15% off any food purchase at…

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The Exchange salutes its more than 200 drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week from Sept. 10 to Sept. 16.

Driven by Heroes: Army & Air Force Exchange Service Salutes Truck Drivers During National Celebration

By Travis Day / September 7, 2023 /

DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is saluting associates who go the extra mile—literally—to fulfill its 128-year-old “We Go Where You Go” mission during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. The Exchange, the Department of Defense’s largest retailer, has more than 200 truck drivers, delivering essential products to PXs, BXs and Express convenience…

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