Entire military community impacted by Edwards AFB Exchange credit card fees Published Dec. 29, 2014 By Brittany Power Army & Air Force Exchange Service Public Affairs EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Through November, 2014, bank-issued card processing expenses at Army & Air Force Exchange Service stores worldwide cost the military community more than $68 million. At Edwards Exchange facilities, those fees sapped more than $303,775 from the Exchange and, in turn, critical funds that could be used for morale, welfare and recreation programs. Shoppers who reach for a MILITARY STAR Card, however, are helping to reduce this expense, which ultimately benefits their own community. Unlike bank cards, revenue generated from the MILITARY STAR Card is shared with military communities through contributions to the military service's quality-of-life funds. Cardholders enjoy the additional perk of exclusive savings. "Using the MILITARY STAR Card is one of the easiest ways for shoppers to save money and directly impact support of their morale, welfare and recreation benefits," said the Edwards Exchange's General Manager Charles Eaves. "Reducing unnecessary expenses goes a long way in maximizing the dividends returned to the Edwards community." Shoppers enjoy additional benefits when using their MILITARY STAR card with an everyday discount of 5 cents per gallon on all gas purchases as well as a 10 percent discount on all participating Exchange food facility purchases year-round. The MILITARY STAR Card is accepted at all Army and Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard Exchange activities, as well as the Exchange Catalog and the Exchange Online store at www.shopmyexchange.com. Authorized exchange shoppers can learn more about the MILITARY STAR Card by visiting www.shopmyexchange.com and clicking "Credit Services."