DALLAS – This holiday season, Army & Air Force Exchange Service shoppers can make a difference to those in need by donating to military relief funds during checkout (https://flic.kr/p/2rLeowQ).

Donations can be made to Army Emergency Relief (AER) or the Air Force Assistance Fund (AFAF) during checkout in Exchange stores or on ShopMyExchange.com. Shoppers can donate to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) at select Exchanges in the Pacific Region.

Donations of $1 can be made at the PX or BX register during checkout. Shoppers can donate online in $5 increments at ShopMyExchange.com.

“Exchange shoppers are vital partners in supporting service members and their families during times of need,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Rich Martinez, the Exchange’s senior enlisted advisor. “Every donation strengthens the safety net that helps our Nation’s heroes and their loved ones when it matters most so they can remain mission-ready.”

Since 2017, Exchange shoppers have donated more than $11.7 million to military relief organizations. In 2025 alone, contributions totaled more than $2 million.

AER, AFAF and NMCRS provide grants, scholarships, interest-free loans, charitable donations and more to active-duty service members, Retirees, Guard members and families. For more info, visit publicaffairs-sme.com/Community/give/.

Facebook-friendly version: This holiday season, @ShopMyExchange shoppers can give back at checkout supporting @AERHQ and @AirForceAssistanceFund to help our Nation’s heroes in need. Learn more: https://wp.me/p9Q7PG-38j

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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 valued 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 in earnings that support the military community, including through contributions to critical military Quality-of-Life programs. The Exchange is a nonappropriated fund entity of the Department of War 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 http://www.shopmyexchange.com or follow us on X at https://x.com/shopmyexchange.

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Media Notes:

For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Teonja Tatum, 214-312-6514 or [email protected].

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