{"id":12027,"date":"2025-12-03T15:34:48","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T15:34:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/?p=12027"},"modified":"2025-12-03T15:34:48","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T15:34:48","slug":"seasons-treatings-exchanges-holiday-pet-photo-contest-fetches-3000-in-gift-cards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/2025\/12\/03\/seasons-treatings-exchanges-holiday-pet-photo-contest-fetches-3000-in-gift-cards\/","title":{"rendered":"Season\u2019s Treatings: Exchange\u2019s Holiday Pet Photo Contest Fetches $3,000 in Gift Cards"},"content":{"rendered":"

DALLAS \u2013<\/strong> For military shoppers, it\u2019s time to deck the paws for the Army & Air Force Exchange Service\u2019s Holiday Pet Photo Contest<\/a> with Nestle Purina for a chance to fetch their share of $3,000 in Exchange gift cards.<\/p>\n

From Dec. 1 through Dec. 31, authorized Exchange shoppers 18 years or older can submit a festive photo of their pets at ShopMyExchange.com\/Sweepstakes for a chance to win a share of $3,000 in gift cards.<\/p>\n

Two grand-prize winners each will receive a $500 Exchange gift card. Eight runners-up each will receive a $250 gift card.<\/p>\n

“The holidays are all about joy, and what better way to spread cheer than by showcasing our beloved pets in their festive best,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Rich Martinez, the Exchange\u2019s senior enlisted advisor.<\/p>\n

No purchase is necessary to win. Winners will be contacted around Jan. 23.<\/p>\n

Department of War and Coast Guard civilians and honorably discharged Veterans who have confirmed their eligibility to shop online may also enter. Veterans can visit\u00a0https:\/\/aafes.media\/paveterans<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about their shopping benefit. DoW civilians can visit\u00a0https:\/\/aafes.media\/cacbenefitspa<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Facebook-friendly version: <\/strong>It\u2019s the most wonderful time of the year for the @shopmyexchange\u2019s Holiday Pet Photo Contest. Share your pet\u2019s festive photo for a chance at $3,000 in Army & Air Force Exchange Service gift cards. Learn more: https:\/\/wp.me\/p9Q7PG-37Z<\/a><\/p>\n

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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\u00a0valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 51st-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In the last 10 years, your Exchange benefit has provided $15 billion\u00a0in earnings that support the military community, including through contributions to critical military Quality-of-Life programs.\u00a0<\/strong>The Exchange is a nonappropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense 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\u00a0http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0follow us on X at\u00a0https:\/\/x.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a>.<\/u><\/p>\n

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For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Teonja Tatum, 214-312-6514 or tatumte@aafes.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Follow the Exchange:<\/p>\n

Facebook: www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

X: https:\/\/twitter.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Instagram: @shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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