"The Exchange is honored to open its virtual doors to
millions of deserving veterans," said Tom Shull, the Army and Air Force
Exchange Service's director and CEO, a Vietnam-era Army veteran.
"There are many generations of service members who have
not been properly recognized," he added. "This benefit
acknowledges their service and welcomes them home. This is something veterans
can enjoy the rest of their lives."
Purchases Improve Quality of Military Life
Every purchase veterans make online will help to improve the
quality of life for those who wear the uniform today, Shull noted, as exchange
earnings support programs such as combat uniforms below cost, fitness centers,
child development centers and youth programs on Army garrisons, Air Force
outdoor recreation programs, school lunches for warfighters' children overseas
and more.
"This is a virtuous cycle," he said. "As a
veteran myself, it is an honor to pay forward support to active-duty service
members and their families."
To verify eligibility and begin shopping, Veterans can visit
ShopMyExchange.com.
