Exchange Service Reports $200+ Million in Support to Military Communities in 2022

July 3, 2023

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service contributed $214 million to military quality of life programs last fiscal year, according to its newest report, “A Mission that Matters.”

“With 100% of Exchange earnings supporting the military community, military shoppers make life better for soldiers, airmen, Guardians and military family members every time they use their hard-earned Exchange benefit,” Exchange Director/CEO Tom Shull said in a press release.

In the past 10 years, the Exchange has distributed more than $3.5 billion in earnings to quality of life programs that support soldiers, airmen, Guardians and their families, the release said.

Army & Air Force Exchange Service photo

July 3, 2023

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