Gear Up for the Holiday Season with These Special Discounts for First Responders
Many stores honor first responders during the season of giving. We’ve put together a list of stores and tips…
First responders, including firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and healthcare workers, play a crucial role in safeguarding our communities. Many businesses and retailers across the United States and locally here in Colorado recognize and appreciate their dedication by offering special holiday shopping discounts. These discounts often include price reductions on various items, from electronics and clothing to home goods, travel and experiences. By providing these discounts, businesses not only express their gratitude but also help first responders save money during a season that can be financially challenging for many.
ID.me - The simplest way to access many of the businesses honoring first responders is to create an account on ID.me. This national first responder website safely verifies a first responder and grants access to the hundreds of businesses offering discounts online.
Badgediscounts.com - A fantastic resource for accessing discounts tailored to first responders. The website encompasses over 350 distinct discounts for first responders. Discounts are categorized by occupation and are offered year-round.
HealthJob.org has also put together an exhaustive list of top deals for EMTs, firefighters and other first responders.
Online shopping provides convenience and a variety of retailers offering discounts for first responders.
Some of our many favorite online retailers are below:
Reebok - Active and retired members of the military, nurses, physicians, hospital employees, teachers, government employees, and first responders receive 50% off!
Adidas - all verified medical professionals, first responders, nurses, military members, and teachers can enjoy an exclusive discount of 30% online and in-store and 20% at factory outlets.
Under Armour - offers a 20% discount to active duty and retired military, police, firefighters, and EMTs on all of their products purchased online.
Nike - offers 10% discount for eligible first responders and medical professionals in the US through SheerID.
Crocs - $15 Off Orders Over $75 when you order online through crocs.com.
MLB Shop - is proud to offer a 15% discount to select customers who have served as first responders, military, and their spouses and immediate families.
HeyDude - All verified military, healthcare professionals, seniors 65+, and teachers can enjoy 20% off your full price purchase.
Patagonia - Save up to 40% on Patagonia products.
Moosejaw - offers EMTs, Police, Fire, military, and other first responders a 20% discount on all purchases.
YETI - offers military personnel, veterans, first responders, nurses, and government employees the opportunity to acquire specific YETI products at specially discounted rates.
Shopping local is imperative for continued selection and quality of local retailers.
Local Colorado Shopping
While online retail stores undeniably bring convenience and a vast selection to holiday shopping, supporting local businesses remains important. In the Denver Metro area, two shopping destinations stand out for their commitment to providing discounts to first responders. Cherry Creek Shopping Center, located in Cherry Creek North, and Park Meadows Mall in Lone Tree, both offer unique shopping experiences, with numerous local stores that wholeheartedly recognize and honor first responders not only during the holiday season but throughout the entire year. From Levi’s to Verizon there are over a dozen stores at these locations, we have highlighted a few below but be sure to check with retailer employees for more details:
Brooks Brothers
Levi's
Lovesac
Lululemon
Madewell
Stance
UNTUCKit
Aveda
Express
Lids
Pandora Helzberg Diamonds
AT&T
Verizon
Not all gifts need to be wrapped…experiences give the opportunity of connecting with family and making memories.
Experiences
Experiences as gifts have become increasingly popular and cherished in today's gift-giving culture. Unlike traditional material gifts, experiences offer the opportunity to create lasting memories, foster personal connections, and enrich one's life with moments of joy and adventure. Experiences as gifts not only celebrate the present but also invest in the future, enhancing the quality of life through shared moments and memories. For more ways to connect to your loved ones read “How to Effectively Communicate in your First Responder Marriage.”
Great Wolf Lodge - If you are looking for a holiday experience look no further than Great Wolf Lodge. Located in Colorado Springs and a family favorite destination, Great Wolf Lodge offers their howling heroes discount with up to 30% off. Book a winter get-a-way or gift a future one with this offer!
Top Golf - Participating locations are proud to offer police, fire, EMS, and military personnel 10% off game play, 20% discount on select monthly memberships, and 10% discount on event game play and/or room rental when you book an event with a Topgolf Sales Associate or online.
Heroes Vacation Club - Offers all-new travel benefits exclusively to firefighters, police, EMTs, military, and more. Members can book great deals on accommodations, airfare, car rentals, activities, and cruises all in one place. Join to access 345,000+ activities worldwide. Heroes Vacation Club provides discounts on travel everywhere you want to be.
Lastly, as a reminder (and a plug for our foundation), 100% of all proceed at The Shelter Foundation store go towards providing hope for First Responder couples, families and widows by way of community outreach, marriage counseling, retreats and other programs.
Whether it's a national chain or a local business, these holiday shopping discounts for first responders represent the appreciation and support they receive not only in Colorado but across the entire nation. This practice embodies the holiday spirit of giving back and recognizing those who serve and protect our communities throughout year.
The Shelter Foundation is committed to honoring first responders and supporting their families. We are grateful for your support, helping to provide tangible hope for first responder families, wives and widows.
There are multiple ways you can join us in support:
Pray for our first responder families. You can sign up for our email list here for monthly updates.
Spread the word. Follow us on social media and engage with and share our posts and content to your friends.
Make a one-time or recurring tax-deductible gift here.
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