Nov 07, 2014
This Veterans Day, patriotic businesses across the country are honoring our veterans with discounts.
The list below only includes businesses that contacted the VFW directly regarding their Veterans Day discounts.
Cheeseburger in Paradise
Cheeseburger in Paradise will mark Veterans Day, Tuesday,
November 11, 2014 by extending a complimentary All-American Burger with
friesto active and retired military personnel in appreciation of
their courage and commitment to the well-being of the country. To take
advantage of this offer; guests must dine in, purchase a beverage and present
any of the following when ordering:
•U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card
•U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card
•Current Leave and Earnings Statement
•Veterans Organization Card
To find the Cheeseburger in Paradise Location nearest you please visit: http://www.cheeseburgerinparadise.com/locations/
Sport Clips Haircuts
Sport Clips locations across the nation are currently raising funds for its Help A Hero campaign, which supports the VFW’s “Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship” program.
On Veterans Day, November 11, 2014, $1 from every haircut service will go to Help A Hero. In addition, many Sport Clips locations will offer free haircuts to active duty U.S. service members and veterans this Veterans Day, with valid proof of service. For participating locations, visit http://www.sportclips.com/events-promotions/HAH2014.html.
Jefferson Lines
Jefferson Lines is proud to announce that in honor of Veterans Day this year, it will be offering free travel for veterans on Tuesday, November 11, 2014. “Veterans have provided a great service for our country and Jefferson Lines wants to thank them for their dedication and commitment. We strive to be connected to our communities and this is one way in which we can achieve that vision,” says Kevin Pursey, Director of Marketing.
To qualify for free travel, veterans must attain tickets in person at a Jefferson Lines company location (see list of qualifying locations below) by showing their DD 214 Form and an ID, such as a driver’s license. No phone orders will be accepted. Veterans can attain these free tickets anytime from October 20, 2014 up to and including November 11, 2014. Free tickets must be for travel departing on November 11 for both one-way and roundtrip tickets. Veterans are welcome to return on a different date for roundtrip tickets.
Company Locations Include:
Duluth, MN (218) 722-5591
Restrictions apply: This promotion is limited to Jefferson Lines schedules only. There is no rain check for this promotion and it is subject to seating availability. Limit one (1) ticket (one-way or roundtrip) request per veteran. All tickets are non-refundable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Veterans must have their DD 214 Form and ID readily available if asked for verification during travel.
For detailed schedule and fare information about Jefferson’s routes, visit their website at www.jeffersonlines.com or call your local corporate station.
Dell Computers
Mark your calendars! The holidays start EARLY exclusively for veterans and service members.
November 6 - 13: Veterans Day Exclusive! Military service members and veterans save an extra 15% on select Dell PCs and tablets this Veteran’s Day. Visit http://www.dell.com/military to verify and receive your exclusive coupon.
National Parks Commemorate Veterans Day
Free Admission and Special Programs Honor U.S. Military Veterans
National parks, such as the Appalachian Trail, continue to soothe, inspire and provide recreational opportunities for all. And, on Veterans Day, November 11, every National Park Service entrance fee will be waived for everyone to commemorate the service of U.S. Armed Forces veterans.
“From frontier forts to battlefields and memorials, there are almost 100 national park sites with direct connections to the military,” said National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis. “We are committed to telling the story of our veterans. We must never forget their valor and their service to our country.”
On Veterans Day, many parks will also hold special events. Hear the story of America’s first top guns at Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site in Alabama. Visit the historic Nike Hercules Missile base – a remnant of the Cold War – in Everglades National Park. Witness an enlistment during a commemoration at Valley Forge. Tour Mammoth Cave and learn about its role in the War of 1812. Find more information about these and other events at www.nps.gov/findapark/military-honor.htm.
Ruby Tuesday
Ruby Tuesday is offering a free appetizer to honor veterans, active duty and reserve service members Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2014, at participating restaurants. Limit one free appetizer with proof of service. Visit http://www.rubytuesday.com to find a location near you!