(Army & Air Force Exchange Service Public Affairs)
Camp Zama – Army & Air Force Exchange Service shoppers worldwide extended a helping hand to their fellow service members, military families and retirees in need through $2.5 million in donations to military relief funds in 2023.
“Year after year, Exchange shoppers give selflessly and generously to support their fellow service members,” said Exchange Director/CEO Tom Shull, an Army Veteran. “The ‘family serving family’ mentality is an indelible part of the military community.”
Camp Zama PX and Express shoppers can add a $1 donation to Army Emergency Relief (AER) when checking out, including at self-checkout kiosks. Shoppers who wish to give more can speak with a cashier at checkout to donate in any amount.
The military relief fund provides services to members of the Army community, including financial assistance, scholarships for family members and community programs that make life better for Soldiers, their families and retirees.
“A simple donation at the register has a greater ripple effect than most Exchange shoppers probably realize,” said retired Sgt. Maj. of the Army Tony Grinston, AER CEO. “Every little bit helps and makes a big difference to the Soldiers, retirees and Army families who benefit from AER services.”
The Exchange first teamed up with AER in 2017 to offer shoppers the option of donating at checkout. In total, Exchange shoppers have donated more than $5.6 million to the relief fund.
To learn more about the Exchange’s support for the funds, visit https://publicaffairs-sme.com/Community/give.
