Commissaries observe Veterans Day with exclusive savings

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FORT LEE, Va. --  Commissaries worldwide are offering exclusive savings events leading up to Veterans Day.

During what's billed as the "Support Your Veterans Day Sales Event," stores are collaborating with their industry partners to offer exclusive savings through in-store sales promotions including high-value coupons and other discounts beyond the everyday 30 percent or more savings. Stores are also offering product samplings, demonstrations and giveaways.

"At the Defense Commissary Agency, we recognize the service and sacrifices our military have made throughout our nation's history to safeguard our freedom," said Tracie Russ, DeCA sales director. "We honor their commitment by delivering the best commissary benefit possible."

In some instances, commissaries are holding Veterans Day commemoration events. Patrons are asked to check their store for any locally scheduled events. They can also check the DeCA website at www.commissaries.com, select the "Shopping" link and click on "Sales & Events" tab for the latest in promotional information.

Overseas stores may have substitute events for certain promotional programs. Customers are asked to check their local commissary for details on dates and times for the following promotions:

· The Comforts from Home Project. When commissary customers enter a code online from specially marked packages of specific meals or desserts, they will make a donation to the USO. In a nationally televised event, "A Hero's Welcome," the Comforts from Home Project will also welcome home a soldier from overseas to a completely renovated house. This show, hosted by actor Gary Sinise, will air Nov. 11 across a range of TV networks.

· "Patriot Perks." In observance of Veterans Day, several commissary vendors are offering free perks on the purchase of participating products in stateside commissaries. Patrons can visit the "Sales & Events" tab on www.commissaries.com for details on submitting their commissary receipt to qualify for a free perk of their choice.

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