{"id":1636,"date":"2018-03-21T16:27:32","date_gmt":"2018-03-21T16:27:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/?p=1636"},"modified":"2018-03-22T18:09:58","modified_gmt":"2018-03-22T18:09:58","slug":"exchange-celebrates-military-brats-throughout-april-for-month-of-the-military-child","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/2018\/03\/21\/exchange-celebrates-military-brats-throughout-april-for-month-of-the-military-child\/","title":{"rendered":"Exchange Celebrates Military Brats Throughout April for Month of the Military Child"},"content":{"rendered":"

DALLAS \u2013<\/strong>The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is saluting military brats\u2014our nation\u2019s youngest heroes\u2014throughout April with in-store events and giveaways as well as ShopMyExchange.com sweepstakes in honor of the Month of the Military Child.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe resiliency of military children makes it possible for Soldiers and Airmen to remain focused on their mission,\u201d said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Luis Reyes, Exchange senior enlisted advisor. \u201cThese kids are a special part of the military family\u2014they are serving too. The Exchange is privileged to recognize their service and sacrifice.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"\"To honor Warfighters\u2019 children\u2019s service and fearless spirit, the Exchange is partnering with Vanguard on the first-ever military brat patch, available for free while supplies last at select Main Stores worldwide April 7. Stripes Alterations coupons valued at $5 will allow kids to have the patch sewn on a personal item.<\/p>\n

Celebrations continue all month long. In-store family-friendly events let kids explore with Legos, Nerf and more. On April 18, participating Exchange restaurants will Purple Up for Military Kids, offering a free side item, fountain drink or dessert for kids wearing purple.<\/p>\n

The Exchange, in partnership with vendors including Ashley, Habsro, Coca-Cola and more, is giving away nearly $50,000 in prizes via sweepstakes throughout April. Authorized shoppers can enter all sweepstakes at ShopMyExchange.com\/sweepstakes.<\/p>\n

Each April, the Month of the Military Child recognizes the contributions of Warfighters\u2019 children to the armed forces community. For information about the Exchange\u2019s 2018 Month of the Military Child celebrations, visit ShopMyExchange.com\/MOMC.<\/p>\n

Soldiers and Airmen can contact their local Exchanges for more information about the military brat patch giveaway, in-store events and the Purple Up treat. For information about your nearest Exchange, please visit the store locator page at ShopMyExchange.com\/exchange-stores\/.<\/p>\n

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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 56th-largest retailer in the United States. Its earnings provided $2.4 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. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our Web site at http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com<\/a> or follow us on Twitter at https:\/\/twitter.com\/ExchangePAO<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Julie Mitchell, 214-312-3327 or mitchelljul@aafes.com.<\/p>\n

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Facebook:\u00a0 www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

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