{"id":665,"date":"2017-04-03T20:07:42","date_gmt":"2017-04-03T20:07:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/?p=665"},"modified":"2018-02-01T16:57:04","modified_gmt":"2018-02-01T16:57:04","slug":"exchange-celebrates-month-of-the-military-child-with-giveaways-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/2017\/04\/03\/exchange-celebrates-month-of-the-military-child-with-giveaways-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Exchange Celebrates Month of the Military Child with Giveaways"},"content":{"rendered":"

DALLAS \u2013 <\/strong>For military children, there is no \u201chometown,\u201d only home: the United States Armed Forces.<\/p>\n

Despite constant moves, school changes and goodbyes to best friends, military children stand resilient in the face of challenge. To honor this sacrifice and de\"\"dication, the Exchange is offering three sweepstakes in celebration of Month of the Military Child.<\/p>\n

Through April 29, the Exchange will be putting $4,000 in gift cards up for grabs<\/a> during the Month of the Military Child Giveaway. Four $250 gift cards will be given away each week at shopmyexchange.com\/sweepstakes<\/a>. Winners will be notified no later than April 10, 17, 24 and May 1.<\/p>\n

The Exchange will also give away a Britax BOB 2016 Revolution Flex jogging stroller<\/a>, a $449 value, in the Month of the Military Child Stroller Sweepstakes. Shoppers can enter at shopmyexchange.com\/sweepstakes<\/a> through April 30 for a chance to become one of five lucky winners. Winners will be notified no later than May 8.<\/p>\n

From April 15 to May 15, the Exchange will be giving away $5,000 in gift cards to military children<\/a> as part of the the Month of the Military Child Essay Contest. One $1,000 Exchange gift card will be awarded to each winner from five age groups.<\/p>\n

Essays may be submitted to sweepstakes@aafes.com<\/a> and must be 250 words or shorter in length. Visit shopmyexchange.com\/sweepstakes<\/a> for essay topics and rules. Winners will be notified no later than August 15. Children under the age of 13 must have a parent submit their entry.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Exchange is honored to recognize the commitment and loyalty of the military child, as well as their willingness to accept and navigate what isn’t familiar to them,\u201d said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Luis Reyes, the Exchange\u2019s senior enlisted advisor. \u201cThe Exchange honors and celebrates the resiliency of the military child throughout April as a gesture of gratitude and respect.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Month of the Military Child Giveaway and stroller sweepstakes are open to authorized shoppers 18 and older. No purchase is necessary to enter or win. Rules can be found at shopmyexchange.com\/sweepstakes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Facebook Friendly Version ($250 gift card):
\n<\/strong>The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is celebrating Month of the Military Child by putting $4,000 in Exchange gift cards up for grabs. Through April 29, visit shopmyexchange.com\/sweepstakes<\/a> for a chance to win one of four $250 gift cards each week. Authorized shoppers age 18 and older worldwide may enter. #MCStateofMind<\/p>\n

Facebook Friendly Version (stroller):
\n<\/strong>The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is recognizing the hard work and dedication of military children this Month of the Military Child with a chance to win a Britax BOB 2016 Revolution Flex jogging stroller, a $449 value. One lucky winner will be selected every week through April 30. Authorized shoppers age 18 and older worldwide may enter at shopmyexchange.com\/sweepstakes<\/a>. #MCStateofMind<\/p>\n

Facebook Friendly Version (essay):
\n<\/strong>The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is giving military children the chance to win big by sharing the stories of their military upbringing during Month of the Military Child. From April 15 to May 15, military students can submit an essay to win one of five $1,000 Exchange gift cards. See shopmyexchange.com\/sweepstakes<\/a> for essay requirements and submission guidelines. #MCStateofMind<\/p>\n

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The Army & Air Force Exchange Service goes where Soldiers, Airmen and their families go to improve the quality of their lives through goods and services provided. Exchange earnings provide dividends to support military morale, welfare and recreation programs. The Exchange is part of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors, responsible to the Secretaries of the Army and Air Force through the Chiefs of Staff. 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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Media Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Conner Hammett, 214-312-2714 or hammettc@aafes.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Follow the Exchange:
\nFacebook:\u00a0 www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange
\n<\/a>Twitter:\u00a0 https:\/\/twitter.com\/shopmyexchange
\n<\/a>Instagram: @shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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