A thank you to those who served

[Mikey]

By Rebecca Lehmannon November 12, 2018



We'd like to take a moment to recognize the men and women of the United States Military who risk their lives in their service to our country.

There is no way we can ever properly thank them for all they have done, as the many sacrifices military members have made throughout history are too innumerable to count.
We found more than 230 stores, restaurants and services doing their part to make life easier for these brave men and women by offering discounts to active, reserve, and retired members of the U.S. Military and their immediate family members. Please help spread the word via Facebook, Twitter and Email to those you know in the military about this resource. If you have additional suggestions please comment below and they'll be added on an ongoing basis. Veterans of Iraq or Afghanistan, should check out IAVA. Members there are offered vouchers to many retail stores, such as JCPenney.
Two important caveats. First, some stores offer discounts only at the owner's discretion and other discounts vary by state. Second, many stores that give a military discount don't advertise it. It is always worth asking a store whether they have one or not and to have your military ID on you.
Restaurant Discounts

• 99 Restaurants: 10 percent discount with Military ID for retired and active veterans.
  
• Acapulco: 20 percent off for military personnel in uniform or with valid ID.
  
• A&W: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Applebee's: Discount varies per location, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Arby's: Discount varies per location, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Back Yard Burgers: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Birdies For the Brave: Complimentary admission for active, Reserve, and military retirees and dependents at select PGA TOUR, Champions Tour, and Web.com Tour events.  Many tournaments also offer discounted admission or complimentary admission for non retired military veterans.
  
• Boston Market: 7 percent off with military ID.
  
• Captain D's:  Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Carl's Jr. - Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Chevy's Fresh Mex: 20 percent off, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Cinnabon: 15 percent off at participating locations with a valid military ID.
  
• Ci-Ci's Pizza: Discount varies, dependent on location, must present military ID.
  
• Chick Fil A: Varies, Discount with ID card (location dependent), discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Chipotle: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Cold Stone Creamery:  Discount varies, must present military ID.
  
• Cracker Barrel: 10-15 percent off, at manager's discretion.
  
• Dairy Queen: 10 percent off, location dependent.
  
• Del Taco: 50 percent off at participating locations with valid military ID.
  
• Denny's;  Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Dunkin' Donuts: Veterans advantage members save 10 percent on all online orders. They also send free coffee to the troops oversees.
  
• El Molino Coffee Shop:  Free Shipping, online
  
• Famous Dave's: 15 percent off on Tuesdays with a military ID.
  
• Friendly's: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Golden Corral: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Hard Rock Cafe: 10 - 15 percent off. Varies for each location.
  
• Hickory Farms : 10 percent Military discount - Enter 892848 in code box on online order form.
  
• Hooters: 10 percent off with military ID.
  
• IHOP:  20 percent with Military ID at owners discretion.
  
• Java Cafe: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• KFC:  Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Lone Star:  10 percent off everyday with ID and 20 percent off on Mondays.
  
• Long John Silver's: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Longhorn Steakhouse: 10 percent military discount (this may not be honored at all locations).
  
• Margaritaville: 10 percent off with valid military ID.
  
• Mrs. Fields Cookies: 10 percent off with military ID, coupon link.
  
• Panchero's Mexican Grill: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Pancho's Mexican Buffet:  Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Panda Express:  Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Papa Murphy's:  Participating locations will take 50 percent off one pizza
  
• Pizza Hut: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you. Check out our current Pizza Hut offers.
  
• Popeyes:  10 percent off with a valid military ID.
  
• Quiznos: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Raising Cane's Chicken: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Red Robin: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory: 10 percent military discount.
  
• Sam's Club: Get a $15 gift card when you become a member (active duty and retired only).
  
• Schlotzky's Deli: 30 percent off with military ID.
  
• Sizzler: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Sonic:  Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Subway:  10 percent off, if not in a military town.
  
• Sweet Tomatoes: 10 percent off with military ID.
  
• Taco Bell:  Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• The Melting Pot: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Texas Roadhouse: 10 percent military discount.
  
• Wendy's:  Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Wing Zone: 10 percent military discount in Alabama. Ends 12/31/2015.
  
• Zaxby's: 10 percent off with military ID.
  

Clothing Discounts

• Abercrombie & Fitch: 10-15 percent off, at manager's discretion.
  
• Aeropostale: 10 percent off with military ID.
  
• American Eagle Outfitters: 10-15 percent off, at manager's discretion.
  
• Banana Republic: 10 percent military discount 1st of every month (may vary by location; in-store only).
  
• Bass Pro Shops: 10 percent off from the 15th to 22nd of each month.
  
• Boscov’s:  15 percent off in-store purchases with military ID everyday.
  
• Buckle:  10 percent off, Free Shipping on all military orders.
  
• Cabela's:  10 percent off. Check out our current Cabela's offers.
  
• Christopher & Banks: 10 percent off with Military ID.
  
• Coleman: 15 percent off with Veterans Advantage card.
  
• Dress Barn: Discount and participation will vary by location, bring Military ID to ask.
  
• Eddie Bauer: 15 percent off most merchandise (some promotions excluded) with military ID
  
• Express: 10 percent off on top of other coupons as well with military ID.
  
• Extreme Outfitters: 10-20 percent on military gear, online and in-store.
  
• Forever 21: 10 percent off.
  
• Gander Mountain: 5 percent off.
  
• Gap: 10 percent military discount on the first of every month (may vary by location; in-store only).
  
• Hanes Outlet Store: 10 percent off with Military ID.
  
• Hot Topic: 10-20 percent off with military ID.
  
• Jockey: 10 percent off with valid Military ID.
  
• Jones New York Outlet Store: 10 percent off with valid Military ID.
  
• Kohl's: 15 percent off at participating locations. Check out our current Kohl's coupons and deals.
  
• Maurices: 10 percent off with valid military ID.
  
• Nautica: 10 percent off with military ID.
  
• New York and Company: 15 percent military discount.
  
• Old Navy: 10 percent military discount 1st of every month (may vary by location; in-store only).
  
• Orvis: 10 percent discount for Veterans Advantage members.
  
• Overstock: Free Club O membership for Military personnel (5 percent reward dollars for every purchase, free shipping, and extra reward dollars). Check out our current coupons and deals from Overstock.
  
• Pac Sun:  Discount varies per location, just bring in a vaild military ID and ask.
  
• Ralph Lauren Outlet Store: 10 percent off with Military ID.
  
• SmartBuyGlasses: 10 percent off all products with Military ID.
  
• Tommy Hilfiger: 10 percent with valid military ID.
  
• Tommy John: 20 percent off for military and first responders.
  
• U.S. Polo Association: 10% off with ID.me verification.
  
• Under Armour: 10 percent off online and in-store.
  
• Wet Seal: 10 percent off.
  
• Wilson's Leather: 10 percent off in-store with military ID or call 1-866-305-4704.
  

Shoe Discounts

• DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse:  10 percent military discount (may vary by location).
  
• Eastbay: 20 percent off online and by phone with a Veterans Advantage Card.
  
• Finish Line: 20 percent military discount off select items at special locations.
  
• Foot Action: 20 percent off with military ID.
  
• Foot Locker: 20 percent off with military ID.
  
• Kid's Foot Locker: 20 percent off with Military ID.
  
• Lady Foot Locker: 20 percent off with military ID.
  
• Nike: 10 percent off, in-store. Varies by location.
  
• Payless Shoe Source: 10 percent off.
  
• Rack Room Shoes: 15 percent discount. Bring in valid military ID.
  
• Shoe Carnival: 10 percent off with military ID.
  

Travel and Hotel Discounts

• American Airlines: Discount varies, requires military ID. See our current AA coupons and deals.
  
• Amtrak: Active duty US military personnel, their spouses and their dependents, are eligible to receive a 10 percent discount off most Amtrak rail fares or save 15 percent with your Veterans Advantage card.
  
• Auto Europe: 5 percent off for both active duty and vetran service members and their families.
  
• Best Inns and Suites: Varies, must present Military ID with check-in.
  
• Best Western:  Rates within allowable per diem, must present military ID with check in.
  
• Budget: Varies, up to 25 percent off time and mileage Store, requires military ID to redeem.
  
• Budget Truck Rental: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Choice Hotels:  Rates at or below per diem depending on location. Discounts may vary and depend on availability. Must present military ID.
  
• Clarion Inn: Rates within allowable per diem while on travel orders. Must present valid military ID with check-in.
  
• Comfort Inn: Rates within allowable per diem while on travel orders. Must Present valid military ID with check-in.
  
• Days Inn: Rates within allowable per diem. Must present valid military ID with check-in.
  
• Disney Resorts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Disneyland: Military discounts are available only for tickets purchased at installation MWRs. Prices vary per date and length of visit
  
• Great Wolf Lodge: Up to 33 percent off, but discount varies. Must book room over the phone rather than the internet.
  
• Hilton Hotels: State and federal employees and U.S. military service members are eligible for discounted bookings at Hilton hotel and resort properties. Discount amount may vary by property.
  
• Marriott Hotels: It's the Per Diem amount the government picks up, whatever that amount is. Just call and place the reservation over the phone and ask for that discount.
  
• Marriott Vacation Club: U.S. active, retired and reserve members of the military, National Guard, and first responders including police, firefighters and emergency medical personnel can enjoy a 15% discount on rooms at more than 50 domestic Marriott Vacation Club resorts. Use code XYD at checkout. (Must present valid military or first responder ID at check-in.)
  
• Nickelodeon Hotels: Reduced rates and perks, online and in store. Call 877-NICK-111 and ask for the Military Family Package.
  
• Ramada: 15 percent to 30 percent off - depending on availability. Must present military I.D. upon check in.
  
• Samsonite: 15 percent off with military ID.
  
• Sierra Suites: Rates at or below per diem depending on location. Discounts may vary and depend on availability. Must present military ID.
  
• Southwest Airlines; Varies, it's a dollar amount, not a percentage. Not available on all flights, you'll have to call Southwest and simply just ask.
  
• Travelodge:  Rates within allowable per diem. Discounts may vary and depend on availability. Must present military I.D.
  
• Wyndham Hotels: Discounts vary by 140 locations. Also depend on availability. Must present military I.D. upon check in.
  

Vacation Discounts

• Anheuser - Busch Amusement Parks: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Azamara Cruises: Discounts vary, call 800-338-4962 for more details.
  
• Busch Gardens: One day complimentary admission for members of the military and 3 direct dependents in 2015.
  
• Carnival Cruises: 10 percent off a cruise, but must be booked over the phone, and not online, as proof must be faxed in.
  
• MLB Hall of Fame: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• My Cruise Club: 9 percent off on all cruises.
  
• Professional Sports Teams: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Ripley's Attractions and Museums: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Schlitterbahn Waterparks & Resorts: Active military can purchase Schlitterbahn tickets for up to 50 percent off the general admission price at participating military installations. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
  
• Sea World: One day complimentary admission for members of the military and 3 direct dependents in 2015.
  
• Sesame Park Place: One day complimentary admission for members of the military and 3 direct dependents in 2015.
  
• Shedd Aquarium in Chicago: Free general admission with military ID. On the Shedd Aquarium page that is hyper linked here, scroll down to “Other Discounts” to find out more information.
  
• Six Flags Magic Mountain: Service members receive special discounts on admission for special events and specific dates. Tickets must be purchased in advance MWR and ITT 143. Recreation offices, not at the park.
  
• Walt Disney World Resort: Walt Disney World Resort offers U.S. military personnel 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets for just $138 each and up to 40 percent off select Disney Resorts Hotels
  
• Wildlife Conservation Society's Bronx Zoo: Free admission ticket for active duty or reserve member of the military, also allows 50 percent discount in admission for up to 3 family members
  
• Wildlife Conservation Society's New York Aquarium: Enrolled military get in for free and 50 percent off for up to 3 family members.
  
• World of Coca Cola:  $2 off standard admission price for service member with I.D. and up to four guests.
  

Computer and Electronics Discounts

• Apple Store: The discount varies, you need to sign up here - http://www.apple.com/r/store/government/
  
• AT&T: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• B&H Photo: Discounts vary product to product.
  
• Dell Computers: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Hewlett-Packard: Log on to website and click on New User Registration: Enter first and last name, user name, password and email address. Use company code: 2727. Discounts vary. Online only.
  
• Microsoft: Government employees can get discounts on software through their Home Use Program.
  
• Nuvo: $30 off Ritmo Pregnancy Sound System. You can call 1-888-688-6462, or use coupon code MILITARY99 online at http://www.nuvo-group.com. Valid military ID required for in-store purchase.
  
• Rocky Mountain Tracking: 5 percent off any tracking inc. Use code USMILITARY.
  
• Sprint: 10-18 percent off. Sprint will also put a "hold" on your line when you are deployed, if you provide a copy of your orders, so you still have the same number when you come back and you do not have to pay for the time your gone as well.
  
• Sprint Business: 15 to 20 percent discount, call 1-888-788-4727 for more information.
  
• T-Mobile: The T-Mobile ONE plan offers 50% off unlimited family plans
  
• Verizon: 15 percent discount on monthly bills. Applies only to the military member's primary line.
  

Automotive Discounts

• Auto Accessory Garage: 5-20 percent discounts on car parts and accessories to active military members and their families with valid ID.
  
• AutoZone: Varies Per Store - Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Advance Auto Parts: 10 percent off with military ID.
  
• Avis: 25 percent off, online you should use this coupon AWD # A555084.
  
• Big 10 Tires: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Dollar Car Rental: Allowable per diem rates.
  
• Firestone Auto Center: 10 percent off.
  
• Ford:  Discount varies.
  
• Geico: 2 to 15 percent in all states except Georgia, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New Mexico, Tennessee and Texas.
  
• GM: Varies, always well below MSRP. You can sign in online at https://www.exclusivegmoffer.com/ip-gmpo...rogram=mpp
  
• Hertz: Allowable per diem rates. Show valid military ID.
  
• Jeep: $500 for active military, reserves and retired reserves or active after 20 years of service. Requires military ID.
  
• Jiffy Lube: 10 percent off with valid Military ID.
  
• Meineke: 10 percent off parts. In store only. Simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Midas: 10 percent off.
  
• NAPA Auto Parts:  Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• National: No fee for additional drivers, and special off duty rates per location. Service members receive full loss damage waivers.
  
• O'Reilly Auto Parts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Penske Truck Rental: 10 percent off when you book online, and another 10 percent off with a valid military ID.
  
• Pep Boys: 10 percent off with valid military ID.
  
• Suzuki: $500 off for you and immediate family. Requires military ID.
  
• Toyota: $500 off + $500 for first time buyers. Requires military ID.
  

Beauty Discounts

• Mary Kay Cosmetics: Military personnel and dependents receive 10 percent on online orders. Reference your service affiliation and status, and ask for additional free gift and bigger discounts by contacting website. Note: Mary Kay cosmetics are sold by independent consultants who can choose to honor discounts or not and can also choose whether or not to offer free gifts with purchase. Most consultants do honor these requests, but are not required to.
  
• Pure Beauty: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Sally Beauty Supply: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  

Sporting Goods Discounts

• Champs Sports: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Play It Again Sports: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• SportsMemorabilia.com: 10 percent off at checkout, use code mili10 online.
  

Health and Wellness Discounts

• AvaCare Medical: All active, reserve, retired or disabled U.S. veterans and immediate family members (including parents, siblings and children) with a valid military ID are eligible for a 5 percent discount on any order placed on AvaCare Medical. No application necessary; simply fill out your U.S. military ID number at checkout to receive 5% off your entire order. Or, get a full 10% by shopping with us on Veteran's Day (November 11th) this year and entering promo code VET10!
  
• GNC: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Simone Protective Health: 20 percent off their nutritional hydration drink.
  

Education Discounts

• Ashford University:  Discounted tuition at $250 a credit, books are covered for all required courses, waived application fee, waived technology fee and more! Benefits apply to all Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists and spouses, dependents eligible for survivor benefits, plus civilian DOD employees & separated vets/retirees still using their GI Bill.
  
• Barnes and Noble:  Six percent off regular price plus free shipping.
  
• Discovery Channel Store:  Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• istudysmart.com:  Free Shipping for Military Families, Online.
  
• Rosetta Stone: 10 percent off.
  

Jewelry Discounts

• Facets Collection: 10 percent off jewelry and 5 percent off all engagement rings and loose diamonds.
  
• Szul: Discount varies, follow link for details.
  

Movie Discounts

• Cinemark: Discount on tickets when you show a valid military ID.
  
• IMAX: $1 off movie tickets with Military ID.
  
• Movie Theaters: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• Marcus Theaters: Active and retired military can see a movie any time for just $7.50.
  
• Regal Movie Theaters: Matinee prices for all show times. Requires Military ID.
  

Eyewear Discounts

• Boston Bill Sunglasses: 10 percent off.
  
• AFE Eyewear: Discount varies, get the discount online. (This site offers military discounts for a wide range of eyeglass companies.)
  
• Haber Vision: 50 percent discount on all sunglasses.
  
• MilitaryOptical.com: Up to 30 percent off contact lenses and free shipping on orders over $50.
  
• Oakley: There is a website you register with that offers Oakleys at a discounted price. It doesn't say how much that price is though. Check it out at https://secure.usstandardissue.com/
  

Home and Garden Discounts

• Bellhops: $20 off moving services with code "afa20"
  
• Brooklyn Bedding: 25% off all sleep products, including mattresses
  
• Century 21:  FREE Century 21 AON Home Protection Plan when you buy or sell a home through Molly Kucharski ONLY paid for at settlement. Value = $399.00, call 1(800) 952-2516.
  
• CubeSmart: Additional 20 percent off with valid Military ID.
  
• Home Depot: 10 percent off Year Round, to active duty, active reserve, retired military, and immediate family. In-Store only. Varies- some locations may require documentation.
  
• Leslie Pool Supplies: 10 percent off with military ID.
  
• Lowe's: 10 percent off year round to active duty, active reserve, retired military, and immediate family. Just bring in a valid military ID. The military discount, however, cannot be combined with other coupons they may be offering.
  
• Michaels: 10 percent off every Wednesday at select stores. Call your local store for participation.
  

Miscellaneous Discounts

• ASMBA: Armed Services Mutual Benefit Association - Membership in the non-profit association is free, and, when you join, you'll get $3,000 of free AD&D coverage.
  
• Build a Sign: Free banner and cards to support the troops.
  
• CoinsAndPins.com: 10 percent military discount on custom made products as long as the custom items are more than 60 percent military related
  
• FromYouFlowers.com: 20 percent discount when you order by phone at 1-800-838-8853.
  
• Holt's Cigar Company: 10 percent discount for all active and non-active First Responders.
  
• IAVA : IAVA, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, is a veterans organization that looks to help take care of the newest generation of American veterans. They also are working with companies, such as JC Penney, to provide up to $200 in vouchers to certain retail stores.
  
• Sears: 20 percent off regularly priced tools and an extra 5 percent off on-sale tools with a valid military ID.
  
• SMARTBOX Portable Storage & Moving: Active duty military members can take $20 off their order with promo code MILOFF20.
  
• Spencer's Gifts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  
• TurboTax: Active duty military are eligible to file federal tax returns for free through the Intuit Tax Freedom Project
  
• Walgreens:  10 percent with military ID every Tuesday
  

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200+ Stores & Services Offering Military Discounts (PDF, 370 KB)
 

[Mikey]

Just so you know who supports this great country.

I will not be ordering from Little Caesars anymore, haha