As Veterans Day approaches, retailers are taking the opportunity to honor those who have served our country. Many are offering exclusive discounts and promotions for active-duty military personnel, veterans and their families.
In addition, retailers are also implementing creative ways to show their appreciation, such as in-store displays, online campaigns and partnerships with local veteran organizations.
Market 32 and Price Chopper
On Veterans Day, the grocer is offering an 11 percent discount to veterans, service members and their families, and throughout the month, they are inviting customers to contribute to DAV (Disabled American Veterans) by rounding up their change at checkout. Market 32 and Price Chopper will also match customer donations to DAV up to $10,000.
On Nov. 11, all veterans, as well as retired, active-duty, reserve and National Guard military personnel and their immediate family members, can receive 11 percent off any one shopping trip with proof of service and an AdvantEdge Rewards card.
“We have deep respect for those who have served our country and are proud to recognize their courage and commitment to protecting our freedoms,” said Blaine Bringhurst, president of Market 32 and Price Chopper. “This offer is one small way for us to thank members of our military, veterans, and their families for their service and sacrifice.”
In addition, Market 32 and Price Chopper are partnering with DAV to raise funds that support veterans and their families. Throughout November, customers can round up their totals at checkout, with 100 percent of donations going to DAV.
DAV provides lifetime, cost-free support to more than one million veterans and their families each year — from offering hundreds of thousands of free rides to medical appointments, to assisting with benefit claims, to hosting job fairs nationwide.
“Market 32 and Price Chopper are honored to stand alongside our teammates and customers in supporting the men and women who have selflessly defended our nation,” said Pam Cerrone, director of community relations for Market 32 and Price Chopper.
“Our partnership with DAV helps ensure that those who’ve served receive the respect, resources and recognition they deserve.”
Publix
In honor of our veterans, Publix will offer veterans, active military and their families a 10 percent discount on their groceries on Nov. 11. This discount can be redeemed with the cashier at the register or the associate attendant at the self-checkout lanes.
To receive the discount, customers must present a:
- veteran or military ID card;
- discharge documents; or a
- driver’s license with veteran designation.
This discount is for in-store purchases only. Prescriptions, alcohol, tobacco, gift cards, lottery tickets, postage stamps and money services are excluded. Customers are responsible for all applicable taxes.
Tops Friendly Markets
Tops Friendly Markets will once again offer military personnel and their immediate families an 11 percent discount off their grocery bill on Veterans Day. This marks the 12th year Tops has been extending this discount to military personnel and their families. To date, this program has provided veterans more than $1 million in discounts.
On Nov. 11, Tops Markets will honor an 11 percent discount off a total order to all veterans and immediate family members in the same household, who shop at any Tops location. Customers should present proof of service that they, or an immediate family member are a U.S. Veteran, active duty, reserve or retired military personnel to automatically receive an 11 percent discount off their total purchase that day.
“The respect and gratitude we feel for those who serve or have served in the military is beyond measure, and for that, we are eternally thankful,” said Ron Ferri, president of Tops Friendly Markets.
“Since the campaign’s inception in 2014, we’re proud to have helped save our veterans over $1 million dollars. This annual savings is just one of the many ways we strive to give back to our local military community by honoring the associates and customers who have bravely defended our nation and made countless sacrifices through their service.”
Additionally, select Tops locations will be selling 4×6 U.S. flags through Nov. 15 with a portion of its proceeds being donated back to Buffalo Niagara Honor Flight.