Sept. 13 to 17, Exchange shoppers can donate to either Army Emergency Relief (AER) or the Air Force Assistance Fund (AFAF) at the register at any Exchange store or online at ShopMyExchange.com. For every $5 donated, shoppers receive an Exchange coupon for $5 off a $25 purchase. (Shoppers who contribute online during the donation period will receive a coupon code.)
“We’re excited that we’re able to partner with the Exchange and align the September campaign with the Air Force’s birthday,” said retired Lt. Gen. John D. Hopper Jr., Air Force Aid Society’s CEO. “Our Airmen, like all of our service members, make countless sacrifices in their service to our country. Remember them while you’re shopping and pay it forward.”
Air Force Aid Society is one of four charities that benefit from the AFAF along with Air Force Enlisted Village, Air Force Village Foundation and the LeMay Foundation.
“Exchange shoppers are making a real difference for Soldiers, Airmen and families in need,” said retired Lt. Gen. Raymond V. Mason, AER director. “We’re grateful for such a successful partnership with the Exchange that benefits the military community.”
This is the third year that the Exchange has partnered with AER and AFAF to host the Give and Get Back campaign.
Since the Give and Get Back campaign began in 2017, Exchange shoppers have given more than $680,000 to the funds, which provide emergency assistance, sponsor educational initiatives and offer community programs that support the military community.
“The Exchange mission is to make the lives of Soldiers, Airmen and military families better,” said Exchange Director/CEO Tom Shull. “Supporting Army Emergency Relief and the Air Force Assistance Fund is a fantastic way to fulfill this mission.”
The Sept. 13 to 17 giving period is in honor of the Air Force’s 72nd birthday on Sept. 18. The third and final giving period will fall during the holiday shopping season, from Dec. 6 to 10.
