Obviously, the discounts listed below cannot make up for the sacrifices made by armed forces personnel.

But, they are designed to help military personnel feel appreciated, no matter the amount of money saved.

You brew coffee at home, you dont walk into Target and you refuse to order avocado toast.

A little boy hugs his father who is wearing a military uniform.

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Discounts are also typically extended to veterans and DOD retirees.

Memorial Day weekend and Veterans Day are times when many entertainment and restaurant venues offer special discounts as well.

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Many of these retailers offer their discounts through accounts inID.meorSheerID, independent verification services that offer free registration.

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If it is a locally owned eatery, it may offer a more sizable discount.

Always inquire if the menu or other signage doesnt advertise a discount.

The company website notes A&W has honored service personnel since 1919.

Applebeesoffers a family atmosphere and 10% off meals for military personnel.

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The military discount atBen & Jerrysvaries by location but ranges between 10 and 15%.

Active military and veterans receive 10% off the total check atBennigans.

Bob Evansrestaurants offer a 10% discount to veterans and active duty military with ID.

Seafood lovers who are also armed forces personnel get 10% off their check every day atBonefish Grill.

A hefty 20% discount is offered to anyone with a military ID at allBoston Marketrestaurants.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.offers a 10% discount to all military personnel.

Based on location,BWWoffers a 10% discount to military personnel with ID.

Some participatingBurger Kinglocations offer 10% off all food and drink items to military personnel with valid military ID.

Carls Jr.andHardeeslocations offer a 10% military discount.

Carrabasoffers a 10% discount to active duty and non-active duty military with ID.

At certain locations,Chevys Fresh Mexoffers 20% off meals for military personnel.

Through Veterans Advantage, participatingChick-fil-Alocations offer a 10% discount to active duty and retired military personnel.

Chilisoffers a free meal to military personnel on Veterans Day.

Some locations may offer a daily 10% military discount with a valid military ID.

Chuck E. Cheeseoffers military discount deals on its Alpha and Bravo deal packages.

A military ID is required, and you must ask location management for the discount.

Cicis Pizzadoes offer military discounts depending on location, but all locations offer free food on Veterans Day.

Check locations for details.

This could require extra calisthenics.Cinnabonoffers a 15% discount on its bakery items.

Depending on location,Dairy Queenoffers 10% off of an order.

Dennysoffers a military discount of 10% and a free meal on Veterans Day.

A military identification card is required to get the 10% discount on food and drink at some individualDunkinlocations.

There is no nationwide discount.

Active duty and retired military are offered a discount, varying by location, with a valid ID atFuddruckers.

Depending on location, the military discount atGolden Corralis 10 to 20%.

It also holds military appreciation nights, which will vary by location.

Hard Rock Cafeoffers a 15% discount on all non-alcoholic food items as well as gift shop retail purchases.

Hootersoffers a 10% discount to military personnel daily and a 20% discount on Tuesdays.

The chain also offers a free entree to service members on Veterans Day.

IHOPoffers free pancakes to military personnel on Veterans Day.

Noodles & Companyoffers a 15% discount to all service personnel with a valid service ID.

OCharleysoffers a 10% military discount year-round and a free meal to current and former military on Veterans Day.

A 15% discount is available to military personnel at allPanda Expresslocations.

The amount of the discount may vary, and not all locations offer one.

Popeyesoffers a 20% discount to veterans and active duty military with valid ID at most locations.

you’re free to also combine this offer with other coupons.

Red Lobsteroffers a 10% discount to all active-duty personnel, excluding alcohol, on Military Mondays.

As part of its regular loyalty program,Red Robinoffers special package deals to military personnel who sign up.

It also offers a free Big Tavern Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries on Veterans Day.

Eligible service members receive a 10% discount, but it depends on eachSchlotzskyslocation.

Some locations offer greater discounts, up to 30%.

Skylineoffers a 10% discount to military personnel at some locations.

Skyline often has specials on Veterans Day, as well.

Texas de Brazil has specials for military members,including 50% off on Memorial Day.

A 10% discount is offered to armed forces personnel, EMS and teachers atTexas de Brazil.

Wendysoffers discounts to members of Veterans Advantage through a custom WendyMail savings program called WeSalute+.

Zaxbysoffers a 10% discount with valid ID to military personnel.

It also offers a free item from the menu on Veterans Day.

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ParticipatingAMC Theatresoffer discount tickets to military personnel and their families.

Some require membership in Veterans Advantage.

Marcus Theatresoffers movie tickets at $8.50 at any time for armed forces personnel.

Regal Cinemasoffers discounts to active-duty military personnel, active-duty veterans, military spouses and children.

hit the link to pick a location and see the discounts available.

All active duty armed forces members and family members can get discounted tickets atShowcase Cinemas.

An active service ID is required.

Theme/Amusement Parks

Military discounts at theme and amusement parks help defray the cost of admission.

Busch Gardensoffers military discounts to armed forces personnel and family members through theID.me website.

LEGOLANDoffers different discounts to active military and to veterans, non-active military and military families.

Active military members get discount admission to theLegoland Florida Resort and Water Park.

Military members and families can also get reduced rates at Legoland resort hotels.

Six Flagsoffers a discount on general admission tickets to active duty and retired service members and military spouses.

Miscellaneous Entertainment

These discounts are given to active duty military and veterans from various places.

AllMajor League Baseballteams offer discounts to service members, but the discounts differ between clubs.

However, every team also hosts specials for military personnel and veterans.

When next season comes around, check your teams website for information.

The world-famousSan Diego Zoooffers one-day free admission to active military personnel.

SiriusXM Radiooffers a 25% percent military discount on subscription prices to armed forces personnel.

Information about the Interagency Annual Military Pass is availablehere.

Here are some discounts offered by airlines.

It also offers discounts through Veterans Advantage membership and discounts include 15% off on in-flight food purchases.

It also offers free bag service for both required and leisure travel for active military personnel.

JetBlueoffers a 5% discount on air travel to Veterans Advantage members.

A Veterans Advantage membership can get U.S. armed forces personnel 5% offLufthansaflights.

Southwest Airlines offers military discounts but requires travelers to contact them at 1-800-I-FLY-SWA directly to determine the discounts available.

VisitHampton Innto get details on discounts offered to military personnel.

Save 12% on accommodations atLaQuinta Inns & Suiteswith military identification.

Discounts are offered to active military, veterans and family members.

A 15% room rate reduction is available atRed Roof Innfor service members undergoing a permanent change of station.

Also, there is a 10% discount for armed forces members on vacations.

Marriott Hotelsoffers discounted rates to military personnel and families depending on availability.

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There are additional benefits offered to USAA members.

Hertzoffers a 10% government and military discount that is applied to your rental.

You are required to complete an tool to qualify.

Miscellaneous Travel

Here are some discounts offered by various travel companies.

Sign up forWaves4Warriorsand receive $150 off your next vacation booked through Cheap Caribbean.

Active duty and retired military and their adult dependents can receive discounts on allIkon Passproducts.

Veterans and their dependents can purchase an Epic Military Pass for $585.

Delta Vacationsoffers hundreds of dollars off of packages to armed forces personnel.

A military email address is required for booking.

Carnival Cruise Linesoffers discounts on cruises to U.S. Military and Canadian Defense members.

Details are in the link above.

Norwegian Cruise Line offers a10% discountto military members and their families on selected cruises.

A list of rates for military personnel can be foundhere.

Princess Cruisesoffers up to $250 in onboard spending money for active military members, veterans and family members.

Goherefor details on the personnel that qualify for the Royal Caribbean Military Discounts.

Banking

Military discounts extend to interest rates on bank loans and credit cards.

It also caps interest rates at 6% and provides federally mandated Servicemember relief.

It also caps its cards at 4% interest for military members.

Most other banking service fees are waived as well.

All of the consumer checking accountsU.S.

Bankoffers are available to military personnel with no monthly maintenance fee or minimum balance required.

Insurance

Several organizations, includingUSAA, specialize in insurance plans for military personnel and veterans.

GEICOoffers insurance rate cuts to active duty and retired members of the U.S. Military and National Guard.

Hardware Stores

These hardware stores are ready to help military personnel with discounted products and services.

Loweshas a Military Discount Program that provides a 10% discount on all purchases.

Aeropostaleoffers service members 10% off on all purchases.

American Eagleoffers a 10% discount to military personnel for in-store purchases only.

A military personnel discount of 30% is offered for all full-priced clothing and accessories inASICSonline and retail stores.

It also offers 25% off full-priced footwear.

Banana Republicoffers a 15% off in-store purchases to service members.

Bass Pro ShopsandCabelasoffer a Military Appreciation discount of 10% in-store and online.

Bass Pro Shops offers 5% off firearms and ammunition.

A 15% discount on apparel and accessories is available to service members, first responders and nurses atCarhartt.

A signup for ID.me is required.

Championoffers a 10% discount on its hoodies, sweats and other apparel to military personnel, including veterans.

Cole Haanoffers a 20% discount to active duty, reserves, guard members, retirees and veterans.

Columbiaoffers a 10% discount to military personnel, first responders and teachers.

A 15% discount is available to military personnel (active or retired) and family members atConversestores.

All full-pricedCrocsproducts are available at a 15% discount for military personnel.

Through anID.meaccount, military personnel can save 15% onEddie Bauerapparel and accessories.

Goodwilloffers discounts to military personnel, but the percentage of the discount is different based on location.

Typically, 10% off is available on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Military personnel and family members can be fashion-forward with a 10% discount on apparel atForever 21.

GameStopoffers a 10% discount on both new and used products, including collectibles.

Foot Lockeroffers a 10% discount on most items in-store or online.

Verification is required through SheerID.

The offer is also good at Kids and Lady Foot Locker.

Military personnel, healthcare workers and first responders receive 15% off their entire purchase atJ.Crew Factorystores and online.

A 10% discount is available for Jockey products throughID.meto all military service members and their families.

The womens clothier Karen Kane offers a20% military discountoff of every purchase.

Every Monday, service members and their families are offered a 15% discount on in-store purchases atKohls.

Military service personnel receive a 15% discount on allLevisapparel.

ThroughSheerID, military service members can enjoy 10% off of purchases atL.L.

The military discount is 15% at participatingLululemonstores.

Fifteen percent off an entire purchase is available to military personnel atMadewellstores.

An extra 10% discount is available to military personnel and family members for all purchases atMaurices.

Nikeoffers a 10% discount on online and in-store purchases, with verification throughSheerID.

A 10% discount is available for online purchases made atOld Navywith anID.meaccount.

AnID.meaccount provides a 15% discount to active and retired service members onRay-Banproducts.

Reebokoffers a 40% discount to military personnel and first responders throughID.me.

Military personnel receive a 20% discount on their entireSteve Maddenpurchase.

Sunglass Hutoffers a 15% discount to service members registered withID.me.

The offer extends to active-duty military, veterans, retirees and family members.

SperrysMilitary VIP program offers a 20% discount to all active and veteran military personnel.

The North Faceoffers a 10% discount to all active, reservist, veteran and retired U.S. military personnel.

A 20% discount is available to all service members and their families forUnder Armourproducts.

A 25% discount is available to military personnel and family members atUNTUCKitwith anID.meaccount.

Vera Bradleyoffers a 10% discount to military personnel through anID.meaccount.

Its 15% off almost everything atVineyard Vines.

The offer is open to military personnel with aSheerIDaccount.

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Delloffers a 10% discount to service members who acquire a coupon using their military email address.

All military personnel and family members are offered a 10% discount on selectMicrosoftproducts and services.

A 10% discount is available on allMotorolaproducts to service members.

TheT-MobileUnlimited Military Plan offers a 40% discount on family lines for military members.

A 15% discount is applied to allUScellularcalling plans for military personnel.

Verizonoffers phone lines for $25 per month to service members and their families.

Verizon also states that it offers employment opportunities for veterans.

Xfinityoffers several exclusive benefits to service members for signing a minimum-term agreement for service.

Some benefits include Xfinity Rewards Diamond member status and flexible line fees.

Military personnel enjoy recreational vehicles, andAirstream Saluteoffers special pricing on new Airstream vehicles.

Dealers will have the details.

Chevrolet/General Motorsoffers cash allowance on vehicles purchased by military personnel.

Military personnel are offered a $500 Bonus Cash option with the purchase of aChryslervehicle.

At Harley-Davidson, aMilitary Financing Programmakes owning a bike easier for military personnel.

The company also offers storage of bikes to personnel shipped away from home.

TheJeep Military Incentive Programoffers $500 bonus cash to the purchase of Jeep vehicles to active duty military members.

Mazda also offers free vehicle inspection, cleaning and oil changes to military members.

TheNissan Military Programoffers between $500 and 1,000 savings on vehicle purchases.

TheToyota Military Rebateoffers $500 in money back on the purchase of a vehicle by military personnel.

A $500 bonus is offered to military personnel purchasing selectVolkswagenvehicles.

For purchase or lease, service members can get $500 fromVolvoto drive a new vehicle.

A 10% discount on in-store purchases is offered to military personnel shopping atAdvance Auto Parts.

AllJiffy Lubelocations offer 15% off on service to those who served in the U.S. military.

Pep Boysoffers a 5% discount on service and parts to military service members.

Sporting Goods

Go play outside with these discounts on outdoor and sports-related gear.

Military personnel can hang 10 with a 20% discount fromBurton Snowboards.

A valid military ID presented to any authorizedPINGdealer will get you a rebate on PING equipment.

ThePXG for Heroesprogram offers special pricing for golf clubs and accessories to military personnel.

A 15% discount is offered through theID.meprogram to all military personnel looking forTaylorMadegolf equipment and accessories.

The maximum savings is limited to $200 per item.

Military personnel can receive 10% off select engagement rings and wedding bands atSince1910.

Tiffany & Co.is helping military personnel get married with a 10% discount on engagement rings and wedding bands.

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The average savings is 20%.

A 50% discount on lenses is offered byLensCraftersto active duty armed forces personnel through anID.meaccount.

That discount is also extended to nurses and first responders.

Using aMichaelsRewards account, armed forces personnel can receive 15% off everything in the store.

AllPurpleproducts are available to eligible military personnel at a 10% discount.

Military members get discounted access toPandora Premiumwith proof of valid military ID.

With anID.meaccount, military personnel are offered a discount onYeti Coolerproducts.

Kent McDill is a veteran journalist who has specialized in personal finance topics since 2013.

He is a contributor to The Penny Hoarder.

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