(Thanks, Free Stuff Times and Military Wives Saving!)

Calling all you military shoppers! Check out these different sweepstakes that you can enter…

Second Annual Honoring Our Heroes Contest

Through May 31st, head on over here and write an original essay (200-300 words) that nominates an active or retired U.S. Military Personnel or Military Spouse, who is eligible to shop in U.S. Commissaries, and describe the person you are honoring, why you are honoring that person, and if he or she is associated with an act of reverence, dignity, distinction, or which shows high esteem for others. You will receive a coupon for free Gatorade product just for entering! Plus, you’ll be entered to win the Grand Prize – a $500 commissary gift card and $500 awarded in the form of a check. One First Prize winner will snag a $375 commissary gift card and $375 awarded in the form of a check. One Second Prize winner will win a $125 commissary gift card and $125 awarded in the form of a check.

Skinnygirl Cocktails Military Sweepstakes

Through May 31st, head on over here to enter to win one of 100 Skinnygirl® Cocktails neoprene bags.

Kraft Summer’s Almost Here Sweepstakes 2

Through May 19th, head on over here and enter to win a $25 Commissary Gift Card.

Resort Vacation Sweepstakes

Through May 31st, head on over here to enter to win your choice of a 7-Day, 6-Night Resort Vacation Stay.

Curtain & Bath Outlet Giveaway Sweepstakes

Through May 16th, head on over here to enter to win a $100 product voucher.

* Limit one entry per person and per email address per sweepstakes above.

** A big thanks to My Military Savings for the heads-up on these sweepstakes… and if you want to see even more military only deals and offers, make sure to head on over to My Military Savings!

Calling all you Commissary shoppers! Once again, you can hurry on over to the Commissary Rewards Site to load a *HOT* FREE Kraft Miracle Whip Dipping Sauce (up to $1.85 value) coupon AND a FREE Kraft String Cheese 9 oz. (up to $2.69 value) coupon to your card! Be quick, as I doubt these offers will last!

(Thanks, Military Wives Saving!)

Calling all you Commissary shoppers! Once again, you can hurry on over to the Commissary Rewards Site to load a *HOT* FREE Velveeta Casseroles or Potatoes 8.9 oz or larger (up to $2.26 value) coupon AND a FREE Kraft Natural Combo Slices 7.2 oz (up to $3.12 value) coupon to your card! Be quick, as I doubt these offers will last!

(Thanks, Taera!)

Calling all you Commissary shoppers! Once again, you can hurry on over to the Commissary Rewards Site to load a *HOT* FREE Kraft Fresh Takes 6 oz (Max Value $1.50) coupon AND a FREE Kraft Dry Dressing 1.25 (Max Value $0.98) coupon to your card! Be quick, as I doubt these offers will last!

(Thanks, Free Stuff Times!)

Calling all you Commissary shoppers! Once again, hurry on over to the Commissary Rewards Site to load a *HOT* FREE Cool Whip Frosting, 10.6oz (Max Value $2.20) coupon AND a FREE Breakstone or Knudsen Cottage Cheese Doubles, 3.9oz (Max Value $0.72) coupon to your card! Be quick, as I doubt these offers will last!

(Thanks, Fort Hood Savers!)

Calling all you Commissary shoppers! Once again, hurry on over to the Commissary Rewards Site to load a *HOT* FREE Oscar Mayer Selects Lean Beef Hot Dogs 14 oz (up to $3.45 value!) coupon AND a FREE Planters Nut-rition Sustaining Energy 8.6 oz. (up to $4.80 value) coupon to your card! Be quick, as I doubt these offers will last!

(Thanks, Fort Hood Savers!)

Calling all you Commissary shoppers and Military members! Hurry on over here and fill out the form to score a Free Quaker Chocolate Chip Crispy Oatmeal Cookies Sample! Allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.

(Thanks, My Military Savings!)

Calling all Active Duty Military Members of the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, and Navy! Head over here to request up to 3 FREE Magazine Subscriptions – choose from Men’s Fitness, Automobile, Slam, Motor Trend, Truckin and more! Note that these magazines can be shipped to troops’ military address or their domestic residence in the United States. Troops overseas can only receive copies at an APO or FPO; access to digital magazines will be provided through a “.mil” email address.

To request your free subscriptions, head over here, click on the red “Request a Code” button, and enter your full name and an active “.mil” email address. Once your code arrives in your Inbox, head back here and complete the form.

(Thanks, Free Stuff Times!)

Calling all you Commissary shoppers! Once again, hurry on over to the Commissary Rewards Site to load a *HOT* FREE Oscar Mayer Selects chicken Hot Dogs 15 oz (up to $3.50 value!) coupon AND a FREE Kool Aid or Crystal Light liquid concentrate 1.62 oz (up to $2.88 value) coupon to your card! Be quick, as I doubt these offers will last!

(Thanks, Fort Hood Savers!)

Calling all you Commissary shoppers! Hurry on over to the Commissary Rewards Site to load a  *HOT* FREE Maxwell House or Gevalia Coffee Single Serve Cups, 4.12 oz. (up to $6.06) coupon to your card! Be quick, as I doubt these offers will last!

(Thanks, Fort Hood Savers!)

Remember, you can score better than FREE items at the Commissary and apply any overage towards other products in your transaction (veggies, meat and any other items you may not have coupons for)! The Commissary actually allows this. In their coupon policy it states, “Valid coupons will be entered at the value stated on the coupon. If the value of the coupon exceeds the cost of the product, the customer will be given the full value of the coupon.” Pretty Cool, huh?!

Also, make sure to be on the lookout for lots of great tear pad coupons! The Commissary always seems to have a plethora of these. Usually you’ll find various tear pad coupons and realize the item featured on the coupon is not currently on sale. However, that does not mean you shouldn’t take the coupon. Most of the time these coupons have month long expiration dates, so take one or two coupons and save them for a possible sale.

* Please keep in mind Commissary prices can vary by region.

Oscar Mayer Carving Board Cold Cuts $2.50
Use the $1/1 coupon found here (Kraft First Taste Members)
Final cost $1.50!

Kraft Dressing $1.60
Use the regional $2 off Kraft Dressing when you buy Chicken coupon found in the 3/17 SS
Final cost FREE + $0.40 towards the price of chicken!

Maxwell House Coffee 30.6 oz. $6.99
Use the $1/1 coupon found in the 3/17 SS
Final cost $5.99!

MiO Liquid Water Enhancer $2.88
Earn $1 via the Ibotta App when you buy MiO Liquid Water Enhancer 1.6-1.62 oz.
Final cost $1.88!

Kellogg’s Raisin Bran Cereal 23.5 oz. $2.50
Buy 3 for a total of $7.50
Use the $1/3 Kellogg’s Cereals coupon found in the 3/3
Earn $1 via the Ibotta App when you buy Kellogg’s Raisin Bran 15 oz.+
Final cost $5.50 total – $1.83 each!

Chinet Beverage Napkins $0.99
Use the $1/1 coupon found here
Final cost FREE!

Chinet Strongholder Party Cups 20 ct. $0.99
Use the $1/1 coupon found here
Final cost FREE!

Sensodyne Repair & Protect Toothpaste $2.99
Use the $0.75/1 coupon found here
Final cost $2.24!

Neosporin Products, Prices Starting at $3.08
Use the $2/1 coupon found here (or, use the $1/1 coupon found in the 2/24 SS)
Final cost As Low As $1.08!

** A HUGE thanks to My Military Savings for the help with these match-ups… and if you want to see even more Commissary deals, make sure to head on over to My Military Savings!

Also, be sure to head over here to enter the Kraft Tournament Giveaway: Ten winners each week will receive a $25 Commissary Gift Card (enter each week through April 8, 2013)

Good luck!

Calling all military members and their families!! As I have mentioned over the past few years, the Here’s to the Heroes Program is offering up a FREE admission at participating Anheuser-Busch parks to all active duty, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman.

To snag your FREE admission, here is what you need to do…

*Click here to register OR register in the entrance plaza of participating parks; you will be required to show a Department of Defense photo ID.

*As many as three direct dependents of military personnel also are entitled to free admission. Dependents may even take advantage of the offer without their service member, though an adult must accompany minor dependents, and dependent ages 10 and over must present a valid dependent I.D.

*This offer is valid for one complimentary single-day admission per person, per year, during the regular operating schedules at one of the following: SeaWorld Orlando, San Diego, or San Antonio, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or Williamsburg, Sesame Place, Water Country USA, Adventure Island (NOT valid for separate ticketed events including Christmas Town at Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa.)

(Thanks for the reminder, Freebie Finding Mom!)

Calling all you amazing Military Personnel! Operation In Touch, a site for Military users only,  has just released quite a few coupons that you can print.

Here are a few highlights:

*0.60/1 Magnum Frozen Novelty Multi-pack Item
*$1/1 Hellmann’s or Best Foods 30 oz or larger
*$1/2 Popsicle Items

+ lots more!

And on a side note, my friend Erica, who still gets to shop at the Commissary (I am jealous!) found these Paas Easter Egg Decorating Kits for just $1.05. So check out the deal you can score…

Buy 2 Paas Easter Egg Decorating Kits $1.05 each
Total = $2.10
Use the $1/2 Paas Easter Decorating Kit coupon found here (must “like” on Facebook)
Final cost $1.10 total – only $0.55 each! Great Price!
*There is also a $1.50/3 Paas Easter Egg Decorating Kit coupon found here too.

(Thanks, The Coupon Gal!)

Just a reminder that you can still score this great freebie to show your love and support to our troops…

The USO and RocketLife have partnered to offer a FREE 20 page personal photo book that ships to ANY US military address completely free (APO, FPO or MPO). These softcover 5×7 photo books would fit perfectly in a soldier’s cargo pocket and they can hold up to 60 photos.

Here’s what you’ll need to do:

1. Just head on over here and click the “Get Your Promo Code” button
2. Fill out the form with the destination shipping address (APO/FPO or MPO).
3. Load your pictures and see them transformed into amazing layouts.
4. Customize every detail or let RocketLife’s Smart Arrangement™ technology do it for you.
5. If desired, copy your book design to posters, puzzles, mugs, cards, calendars, and more.
6. Enter your code at checkout to get your free photo book.

That’s it!

(Thanks for the reminder, Freebie Finding Mom!)

To see if you qualify and to sign up, simply go here, sign up for an account, take an assessment, and you will be automatically placed in a program that fits you based on your survey answers. You’ll then be ready to take courses, complete assessments and watch videos to earn points. Even sweeter, the more programs you complete, the more rewards points you will earn; once you earn enough, the points can be redeemed for rewards such as gift cards to participating restaurants and stores!

Come back and let us know if you are a current VetsPrevail member and whether the program has helped you! Also, feel free to share what kind of Rewards you have scored for all your hard work!

(Thanks, Ashley!)

Update: This code is now valid only on hotel stays priced over $500. (Thanks, Luzel and Brooke!)

Calling all you USAA Members! You can currently snag 40% off of a hotel stay when you book by Saturday, January 19th and use coupon code USAA1 at checkout! For example, if you are planning a trip to Disney World, I spotted a 4 star Radisson Resort Hotel priced at just $67 per night. So if you stay for 3 nights, your cost would be just $120.60 total – $40.20 per night after the discount! What a great way to save money on your next  vacation!

To get this deal:

1. Go here and log into your USAA account.
2. Then, go here and choose your destination and travel dates.
(Be sure to select the Hotels option as the default is Cruises.)
3. Browse the hotels and choose the one where you want to stay.
4. At checkout, enter code USAA1. Then click “Get Discount” to see the discount come off.

That’s it!

So, where are you headed?!

I’ve posted this offer a few times in the past, but thought that it was worth mentioning again for any military members who may have missed it. If you are Active Duty Military or in the Reserves, head on over here to check out this awesome offer from Scion. For a limited time, they are offering up all stateside U.S. military and all military stationed overseas a FREE Scion Military Care Package.

This care package includes some leisure items like beanies, a deck of cards and a complimentary hour of internet access – exclusively for U.S. Military personnel only. Keep in mind that there may be some variation in the mix of items in each care package. To order a package, just head over here to register. Note that there is a limit of one care package per person every 12 months.

Check out this email (and the picture above) that I received previously from a Hip2Save reader…

I have a husband who is deployed and this is his 5th deployment which makes it difficult at times. I know he loves getting goodies and surprises; well since he was home on r&r, he showed me his care package he got from Toyota so I thought I share with you…

This is what was enclosed with it all:
Ear Plugs
Deck of cards
Baseball hat
Knit Hat
Cool camo pen that folds and can hang on a keychain!!
Thumb drive that looks like a credit card
a Key chain
chapstick
Free Internet access card (for food courts on post)
Picture perfect holder
and a nice cute bag!!!!

(Thanks for the reminder, Clip and Follow!)

Remember, you can score better than FREE items at the Commissary and apply any overage towards other products in your transaction (veggies, meat and any other items you may not have coupons for)! The Commissary actually allows this. In their coupon policy it states, “Valid coupons will be entered at the value stated on the coupon. If the value of the coupon exceeds the cost of the product, the customer will be given the full value of the coupon.” Pretty Cool, huh?!

Also, make sure to be on the lookout for lots of great tear pad coupons! The Commissary always seems to have a plethora of these. Usually you’ll find various tear pad coupons and realize the item featured on the coupon is not currently on sale. However, that does not mean you shouldn’t take the coupon. Most of the time these coupons have month long expiration dates, so take one or two coupons and save them for a possible sale.

* Please keep in mind Commissary prices can vary by region.

Chinet Beverage Napkins or Chinet Strongholder Party Cups 20 count $0.99
Use the $1/1 coupon found here
Final Cost FREE!

Cracker Barrel Chunk Cheese 8 oz. $1.99
Use the $1/1 coupon from the 11/11 SS or found here
Final Cost $0.99!

Planters Peanuts 16 oz $2.79
Use the $1/2 coupon from the 11/11 SS
Final Cost $2.29 each!

Velveeta Cheese Singles 16 oz. $2.50
Use the $0.55/1 coupon from the 11/11 SS
Final Cost $1.95!

Philadelphia Cream Cheese 8 oz. $0.99
Use the $1/1 coupon from the Kraft 20 Top Seasonal Recipes For 2012 Booklet (no longer available to request)
Final Cost FREE!

Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese 8 oz $1.99 (*manager’s special – starts 12/13)
Use the $1/1 Kraft Grated Parmesan Cheese coupon from the Kraft 20 Top Seasonal Recipes For 2012 Booklet (no longer available to request)
Final Cost $0.99!

Smucker’s Jelly or Jam 48 oz. $4.99
Use the $1/2 coupon from the 11/4 RP
Final Cost $4.49 each!

Purina Beggin Strips 6 oz. $2.49
Use the B1G1 Purina Beggin Brand Dog Snack coupon from the 10/14 SS
Final Cost $1.25 each!

Friskies Party Mix Cat Treats $0.99
Use the $1/2 coupon from the 10/28 RP or 12/2 SS
Final Cost $0.49 each!

Carr’s Rosemary Crackers or Flatbread Crisps or Ginger Lemon Cremes $2.25
Use the $1/1 coupon from the 11/4 RP
Final Cost $1.25!

** A HUGE thanks to My Military Savings for the help with these match-ups… and if you want to see even more Commissary deals, make sure to head on over to My Military Savings!

Also, be sure to head over here to enter the military only sweepstakes highlighted below….

* Win an iPad in the Johnson & Johnson Army/Navy Game Sweepstakes
* Win some awesome kitchen accessories and a $1000 Exchange Gift Card in the Kraft Fresh Take Recipes Sweepstakes

Good Luck!

If you’re an Active Duty Military member and you applied and were accepted into the Sears Heroes at Home Wish Registry Program earlier this year, then I have GREAT news for you! Check your inbox for an email from Sears with your $55.21 e-gift card! Just search for an email from sears@value.sears.com with the subject line “Your Heroes At Home eGift Card is inside”.

You’ll then be able to use your e-Gift Card for purchases at any Sears, Kmart, Great Indoors or Lands’ End location (either on-line or in-store), by phone or through the Wishbook app. If you have any questions, you can call 1-800-416-9501 or click here. Happy shopping!

(Thanks, Linda!)

Yay! This yummy freebie from Outback Steakhouse is available again today! In honor of Ryan Newman finishing in the top 10 this weekend, Outback is once again giving away FREE Bloomin’ Onions with any purchase today, November 12th! Just mention Ryan Newman to your server to receive this freebie. This offer is valid at participating locations, so be sure to call your local Outback Steakhouse to make sure they’re participating before you go.

Head on over to the Outback Steakhouse Facebook page for more details.

* Offer valid with any purchase. One per table. Offer subject to change. Prices and participation may vary.

(Thanks, Fran!)

And if you’re a veteran, don’t forget that you can snag a FREE Bloomin’ Onion AND a FREE Coca-Cola Beverage today, November 12th. Plus, military personnel will receive 10% OFF their entire guest check (excluding alcohol, applicable taxes and gratuity) from November 13th-December 31st, 2012. Click here for more information.

In honor of Veteran’s Day, here are some freebies and deals for all you Active Duty Military Members and Veterans!

Keep in mind that in many cases, proof of military service is required to snag these deals. I would also recommend that you call ahead to make sure your local restaurants are participating and to verify their ID requirements. Since Veteran’s Day is on Sunday, some of these deals are valid Sunday, some on Monday, and some on both days!

Applebee’s
On Sunday, November 11th, all Veterans and Active Duty Military eat free (choose from items on a special menu) at Applebee’s! Head on over to the Applebee’s Facebook page for more details.

California Pizza Kitchen
On Sunday November 11th and Monday November 12th, California Pizza Kitchen is offering Veterans and Active Duty Military Members a FREE meal! Choose any pizza from the menu as well as a non-alcoholic beverage. Dine-in only. Go here for more details.

Carrabba’s
On Sunday 11/11 and Monday 11/12, Veterans and Active Military Members can get a FREE appetizer from Carrabba’s – no purchase necessary! Go here for more details.

Champps Americana
On Monday, November 12th, Veterans and Active Duty Military can enjoy a FREE Champps Cheeseburger and Fries all day long! Head on over to the Champps Americana Facebook page for more details.

Cheeseburger In Paradise
On Monday, November 12th, Cheeseburger In Paradise is offering up a FREE meal to Veterans (from a select menu)! Go here for more details. Beverages and gratuity not included.

Chili’s
On Sunday, November 11th from 11AM – 5PM, Military Veterans past and present can choose from 7 available free meals at Chili’s! Dine-in only, beverages and gratuity not included. See your local restaurant for more details.

Denny’s
On Monday, 11/12 from 6AM – 2PM, Military Members will receive FREE All You Can Eat Pancakes from Denny’s (beverage not included). Go here for more details.

Einstein Bros Bagels
On Sunday, 11/11 Einstein Bros Bagels is offering up a FREE Classic or Signature Bagel to Veterans – no coupon necessary! Just tell the cashier you’re a Veteran! Limit 1 per guest. Offer does not include shmear, toppings, gourmet bagel or Powerbagel.

Golden Corral
On Monday, 11/12 from 4PM – 9PM, any person who has served in the U.S. Military will receive a FREE dinner at Golden Corral! No ID required, dine-in only. Go here for more details.

Grace for Vets Free Car Wash
On Sunday, 11/11, Car Washes throughout the country are offering up FREE Car Washes to all veterans and service personnel. Go here for more details, and to find a participating location near you.

Hooters
On Sunday, November 11th, Hooters is offering up 10 FREE Wings with a drink purchase to all Veterans and Active Duty Military! Go here for a list of participating restaurants, and for more details.

Krispy Kreme
On Sunday, November 11th, from 5:30AM – 10PM all Veterans and Active Duty Military Members receive a free Krispy Kreme doughnut and small coffee! This offer is valid in-store only, not valid at drive-through or at grocery convenience store locations.  *Offer valid for guests with proof of military service or those in uniforms. Limit one offer per guest per visit. Customer pays sales tax. Head on over to the Krispy Kreme Facebook page for more details.

Little Caesar’s Pizza
On Sunday, November 11th Little Caesar’s Pizza is offering up FREE Crazy Bread to Active Military Members and Veterans with Military ID! Go here for more details.

Lone Star Steakhouse
On Monday, 11/12 all veterans and active duty military will receive a FREE entrée at Lone Star Steakhouse from the Stars & Stripes Menu. Go here (or see your local restaurant) for details.

LongHorn Steakhouse
Veterans and active-duty military members will receive a complimentary LongHorn Steakhouse Texas onion and non-alcoholic beverage when they show proof of service! See your local restaurant for details.

Olive Garden
On Sunday, November 11th, Veterans and active-duty military members will receive a FREE entrée from Olive Garden! Choose from Unlimited Soup, Salad & Breadsticks, Grilled Sausage & Peppers Rustica, Seafood Alfredo, Chicken Parmigiana, Cheese Ravioli, or Spaghetti with Meat Sauce. All entrées include freshly baked garlic breadsticks and choice of homemade soup or garden fresh salad. Go here for more details.

On the Border
On Sunday, November 11th On the Border is offering up a FREE Entree Certificate (valid 11/12-11/30) to Veterans with a Military ID or proof of service when you present the flyer found here. Plus, they will donate 15% of your purchase to Carry The Load, a non-profit organization devoted to honoring service members and their families. Head on over to the On the Border Facebook page for more details.

Outback Steakhouse
From Nov. 11th – Nov. 12th, Outback Steakhouse is offering up a FREE Bloomin’ Onion and Coca-Cola to military members. Go here for more details.

Red Lobster 
On Sunday, 11/11 Veterans and active-duty military members will receive a complimentary appetizer at Red Lobster! Choose from the following nine options: Buffalo Chicken Bites, Southwest Chicken Pizza, Sweet Chili Shrimp, Crispy Calamari & Vegetables, Lobster Artichoke Dip, Lobster Pizza, Lobster-Stuffed Mushrooms, Parrot Isle Coconut Shrimp, or Wood-Grilled Shrimp Bruschetta. Head on over to the Red Lobster Facebook page for more details.

Red Robin
On Monday, 11/12, Military Members will receive a FREE Red’s Tavern Double and Bottomless Steak Fries at Red Robin! See your local restaurant for details.

Sears

Starting on Saturday, 11/11 and going through Sunday, 11/12 Sears is having a Veterans Day Sale

Spaghetti Warehouse
Through November 12th, Spaghetti Warehouse is offering up Buy 1 Get 1 Free Lasagne or Original Recipe Spaghetti with the purchase of the same when you present the coupon found here, or present it on your phone (valid for everyone). Go here for more details. *Not valid with any other offers/discounts/coupons/certificates including Ultimate Italian Feast for Two, Lasagne Platter, Spaghetti Feast or any Combination Platter. Limit 2 coupons per party/table. Dine in only.

Sports Clips
On Sunday, 11/11 select Sports Clips locations are offering up FREE haircuts to Active Duty and Veteran U.S. Military with valid proof of service. Go here for a list of participating stores.

Texas Roadhouse
On Monday November 12, all active, retired, and former US Military Members will receive a FREE Lunch from Texas Roadhouse! Choose from one of 10 free meals, plus sides and a drink. Go here for more details.

T.G.I. Friday’s – Free Lunch, Monday Nov. 12, 2012.Valid for all US Military personnel and veterans. Must wear uniform (if permitted by your service) or present military ID or other proof of service. Only valid at participating locations for anyone with an old or current military ID. More details on TGIFridays.com.

A BIG thanks to all the Military men and women who have served our country in the past and who are currently serving our country now.

(Thanks, Becky, Fran, Kasey, Alan, Miranda, Brandice, Yesica, Tim, Nancy, One Mommy Saving Money, Military Wives Saving, Slick Housewives, The Military Wallet, Couponers Living Free, Clip and Follow, and Shortcut Saver!)

Yay! In celebration of Veterans Day, Dave Ramsey if offering up FREE Financial Peace University Online Memberships to the first 2,000 honorably discharged veterans who fill out the form found here. Be quick, as I doubt this offer will last long!

Stay tuned for an extensive round-up of Veterans Day Freebies and Deals coming soon…

(Thanks, Frugal Fil-Am!)

Remember, you can score better than FREE items at the Commissary and apply any overage towards other products in your transaction (veggies, meat and any other items you may not have coupons for)! The Commissary actually allows this. In their coupon policy it states, “Valid coupons will be entered at the value stated on the coupon. If the value of the coupon exceeds the cost of the product, the customer will be given the full value of the coupon.” Pretty Cool, huh?!

Also, make sure to be on the lookout for lots of great tear pad coupons! The Commissary always seems to have a plethora of these. Usually you’ll find various tear pad coupons and realize the item featured on the coupon is not currently on sale. However, that does not mean you shouldn’t take the coupon. Most of the time these coupons have month long expiration dates, so take one or two coupons and save them for a possible sale.

* Please keep in mind Commissary prices can vary by region.

Kellogg’s Special K or Crunchy Nut Cereals (select varieties 12.5-19.5-oz), $2.50
Use the $0.70/1 Kellogg’s Crunchy Nut Cereal from the 10/7 RP
Or, use the $1/3 Kellogg’s Special K Cereal from the 10/14 RP
Or, use the $1/3 Kellogg’s Special K Cereal coupon found here
Final Cost as low as $1.80!

Jif Chocolate Hazelnut Spread $2.59
Use the $1/1 coupon found here
Final Cost $1.59!

BIC Classic Mini Lighters 3-pk $1.27
Use the $0.75/1 BIC Lighters Military Store Coupon from Coupon Connexion Booklet October 2012
Final cost $0.52!

Chinet Beverage Napkins $0.99
Use the $1/1 coupon found here or here
Final Cost FREE!

Chinet Strongholder Party Cups $0.99
Use the $1/1 coupon found here or here
Final Cost FREE!

Chinet All-Occasions Napkins $1.19
Use the $1/1 coupon found here or here
Final Cost $0.19!

Chinet Classic White Dinner and Lunch Plates $1.79
Use the $1/1 coupon found here or here
Final Cost $0.79!

Rogaine Regrowth Treatment $20.66
Use the $10/1 coupon found here or here
Or, use the $5/1 Rogaine Hair Regrowth Treatment from the 10/28 SS
Final Cost as low as $10.66!

Listerine Zero Clean Mouth Wash 1 liter $3.67
Use the $1/1 coupon found here
Or, use the $0.50/1 coupon from the 10/28 SS
Final Cost $2.67!

Tena Women’s Super Plus Underwear $8.51
Use the $14/1 Tena Underwear coupon found here
Or, use the $1/1 Tena coupon from the 9/30 SS
Final Cost as low as FREE + $5.49 overage after coupon!

Purina Beggin Strips 6 oz. $2.49
Use the Buy 1 Get 1 Free coupon from the 10/14 SS
Or, use the $2/2 Purina Beggin Brand Dog Snacks from the 8/19 RP
Final cost as low as $1.25 each after coupon!

** A HUGE thanks to My Military Savings for the help with these match-ups… and if you want to see even more Commissary deals, make sure to head on over to My Military Savings!

Also, be sure to head over here to enter the military only sweepstakes highlighted below….

* Win a 2013 Ford Focus ST Hatchback
* Win a Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway from Kraft
* Win kitchen accessories in the Kraft Fresh Take Recipes Sweepstakes

Good Luck!

Calling all you Hip2Savers in the military! Through November 4th, 2012, head on over here and answer the trivia question to enter the Kraft Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway (note that you must have a valid Military ID to enter). One sweepstakes entrant will be randomly selected to win a $100 Commissary Gift Card that you can use to buy all your Thanksgiving fixings. Good luck!

* Limit one (1) entry per person and per email address allowed

Just a reminder that you can still score this great freebie to show your love and support to our troops…

The USO and RocketLife have partnered to offer a FREE 20 page personal photo book that ships to ANY US military address completely free (APO, FPO or MPO). These softcover 5×7 photo books would fit perfectly in a soldier’s cargo pocket and they can hold up to 60 photos.

Here’s what you’ll need to do:

1. Just head on over here and click the “Get Your Promo Code” button
2. Fill out the form with the destination shipping address (APO/FPO or MPO).
3. Load your pictures and see them transformed into amazing layouts.
4. Customize every detail or let RocketLife’s Smart Arrangement™ technology do it for you.
5. If desired, copy your book design to posters, puzzles, mugs, cards, calendars, and more.
6. Enter your code at checkout to get your free photo book.

That’s it!

Calling all Active Duty Military! Don’t forget!

Beginning at 1PM CST (2PM EST) today, Soldiers who are on Active Duty from August 30th 2012 – December 3rd 2012 can head on over here and sign up for the Sears Heroes at Home Wish Registry to receive a FREE Gift Card from Sears! Keep in mind that this offer is limited to the first 20,000 people who sign up. Be quick, as these will go fast!

Fine Print: Registration is open only to individuals 17 years of age or older who are on active duty between August 30, 2012 and December 3, 2012 in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard or Reserves. Registration is limited to the first 20,000 eligible individuals, and ends when such number is reached or at 11:59:59 PM Central Time on August 30, 2012.

Starting tomorrow, 8/30 at 1PM CST (2PM EST), Soldiers who are on Active Duty from August 30th 2012 – December 3rd 2012 can head on over here and sign up for the Sears Heroes at Home Wish Registry to receive a FREE Gift Card from Sears! Keep in mind that this offer is limited to the first 20,000 people who sign up. Be quick, as these will go fast! … And don’t worry, I’ll post a reminder about this tomorrow.

Fine Print: Registration is open only to individuals 17 years of age or older who are on active duty between August 30, 2012 and December 3, 2012 in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard or Reserves. Registration is limited to the first 20,000 eligible individuals, and ends when such number is reached or at 11:59:59 PM Central Time on August 30, 2012.

I’ve posted this offer a few times in the past, but thought that it was worth mentioning again for any military members who may have missed it. If you are Active Duty Military or in the Reserves, head on over here to check out this awesome offer from Scion. For a limited time, they are offering up all stateside U.S. military and all military stationed overseas a FREE Scion Military Care Package.

(Photo credit: Q’s Coupons and Savings)

This care package includes some leisure items like beanies, a deck of cards and a complimentary hour of internet access – exclusively for U.S. Military personnel only. Keep in mind that there may be some variation in the mix of items in each care package. To order a package, just head over here to register. Note that there is a limit of one care package per person every 12 months.

Check out this email (and the top picture above) that I received previously from a Hip2Save reader…

I have a husband who is deployed and this is his 5th deployment which makes it difficult at times. I know he loves getting goodies and surprises; well since he was home on r&r, he showed me his care package he got from Toyota so I thought I share with you…

This is what was enclosed with it all:
Ear Plugs
Deck of cards
Baseball hat
Knit Hat
Cool camo pen that folds and can hang on a keychain!!
Thumb drive that looks like a credit card
a Key chain
chapstick
Free Internet access card (for food courts on post)
Picture perfect holder
and a nice cute bag!!!!

(Thanks for the reminder, The Frugal Free Gal!)

Through August 10, 2012, all active duty military families with a rank E1-E6 who live within 50 miles of an American Signature or Value City Furniture can apply to potentially snag FREE furniture.

Note that you must meet the following qualifications:

* Must live within 50 miles of an American Signature or Value City Furniture Store (there are a total of 130 furniture stores located throughout 19 states; click here for a store locator)
* Must be active duty, rank E1-E6 (ID required)
* Must provide financial verification form validating monthly family income (form will be provided upon selection)
* If selected, must visit your local American Signature or Value City Store furniture store no later than Labor Day, September 3 to pick out your items
* Must sign liability release which includes commitment to not sell, trade or donate furniture to any other party, which includes family, co-workers, friends (release will be provided upon selection)
* Must be willing send a photo of the service member or family with your new furniture within 10 days of delivery or pick up to the designated point of contact (POC name will be provided upon selection)
* Priority consideration will be given to military families with a service member currently deployed or those who have recently returned from deployment.

If you meet all of the criteria above and are interested in applying, click here to complete the form. Note that you must apply no later than August 10, 2012. Good luck!

(Thanks, Military Wives Saving!)

As I mentioned last month, Care.com is offering up all active duty military families a FREE Premium 1 year membership! Just make sure to register by June 30th. To get started, head on over here, complete the registration form and then click on the purple military families tab. You should then see the banner like the one pictured above and will just need to click the orange Sign Up button. The Premium Membership will allow you to receive full access to the service, including caregiver contact details, background checks, and references – over a $140 value! Awesome!

Note that you will need to reply to the Care.com email you’ll receive with the following info:

* First and last name of active service member
* Service member’s verifiable .mil email address
* Service member’s branch of service
* Service member’s rank and total years of service
* Your relationship (self, spouse, sibling, son or daughter, dependant, other, none)

If you’ve been trying to find a trustworthy child care provider, special needs care provider, tutor, senior care provider, housekeeper etc., then you’ll definitely want to check out Care.com. Care.com enables families to find and select the best care possible based on detailed profiles, background checks, and references for hundreds of thousands of mom-reviewed providers who are seeking to share their services.

If you’re planning to host a barbecue over the weekend and need to exchange or snag a new propane tank, then you’ll definitely want to print this coupon. Just head on over to Coupons.com and enter zip code 77477 to print a coupon valid for $3 off AmeriGas Cylinder Exchange or Purchase.

And if you’re in the military and are being transferred to a new base, be sure to take advantage of this great $20 mail-in rebate offer (valid trough December 31, 2012). Just drop off your old propane cylinder at any AmeriGas district before you move, then buy a ready-to-use AmeriGas propane cylinder at your new location, complete the form here, and they’ll send you $20. Awesome!

(Thanks, Clip and Follow!)

Just a reminder that you can still score this great freebie to show your love and support to our troops! The USO and RocketLife have partnered to offer a FREE 20 page personal photo book that ships to ANY US military address completely free (APO, FPO or MPO). These softcover 5×7 photo books would fit perfectly in a soldier’s cargo pocket and they can hold up to 60 photos.

Here’s what you’ll need to do:

1. Just head on over here and click the “Get Your Promo Code” button
2. Fill out the form with the destination shipping address (APO/FPO or MPO).
3. Load your pictures and see them transformed into amazing layouts.
4. Customize every detail or let RocketLife’s Smart Arrangement™ technology do it for you.
5. If desired, copy your book design to posters, puzzles, mugs, cards, calendars, and more.
6. Enter your code at checkout to get your free photo book.

That’s it!

Attention Military Families! Starting tomorrow, 5/24, in select cities, Huggies is starting off their Camo for a Cause campaign in which they will be donating 5 million Huggies Little Movers Camo Diapers to military families in various cities across the country! Each family will receive FREE boxes of diapers (number varies by city) available in size 3, 4, and 5.

Here are the cities currently listed:

1. SAN DIEGO | May 24th

From 9AM – 11AM (or until supplies run out) the San Diego Armed Services YMCA will be hosting a free Huggies Camo Diaper Event for Active Duty Military and their Families at the San Diego Armed Services YMCA HQ at 3293 Santo road, San Diego, CA, 92124. Diaper sizes available are 3, 4, and 5.  Two free boxes per active duty military family with Military or Spouse  ID card.

2. CAMP PENDLETON | May 24th

From 12PM – 2PM (or until supplies run out) the Camp Pendleton Armed Services YMCA will be hosting a free Huggies Camo Diaper Event for Active Duty Military and their Families at the Camp Pendleton ASYMCA, Bldg 16144, A Street, Camp Pendleton, CA, 92055.  Diaper sizes available are 3, 4, and 5. Two free boxes per military family with Military or Spouse ID card.

3.  FORT LEONARD WOOD | June 7th

From 9AM – 1PM The Fort Leonard Wood Armed Services YMCA will be hosting a free Huggies Camo Diaper Event,“Operation Diaper Duty”  at Alphapointe Base Supply Center, 2346 Louisiana Ave., Fort Leonard Wood, MO  65473.  Diaper sizes available are 3, 4, and 5.  Three free boxes per active duty military family with Military or Spouse  ID card.

If you will be participating in this event, they do ask that you please bring a thank you note made out to Kimberly-Clarke and the ASYMCA.  There are more cities listed than those currently on the calendar.  Go here for more details, and be sure to check the site later to see if more cities have been added.

(Thanks, Drugstore Divas!)

* Click here to view the participating museums.

Fine Print:The free admission program is available to any bearer of a Geneva Convention common access card (CAC), a DD Form 1173 ID card, or a DD Form 1173-1 ID card, which includes active duty military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard), National Guard and Reserve members and up to five family members.

* On a side note, don’t forget that Active Duty Military can snag a FREE Annual Pass to National Parks (an $80 value!).

(Thanks, Military Wives Savings!)

Here’s a great military freebie! Now through May 28th, any Military personnel with a Military ID can get a FREE $10 Tanger Outlet gift card and coupon book! To get yours, just stop by Shopper Services at your Tanger Outlet Mall and show your Military I.D. for your FREE $10 gift card and coupon book. Go here for more details.

(Thanks, Free Stuff Times!)

As a way of saying thank you to those who are serving our country, all Active Duty Military Members will be able to snag a FREE Annual Pass to National Parks (an $80 value!) beginning tomorrow, May 19th (which is Armed Forces Day). All Active Duty men and women – Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and activated National Guard and Reserves – can get their pass at any national park or wildlife refuge that charges an entrance fee by showing their military ID. Each family member will also be able to obtain their own pass even if the service member is deployed or if they are traveling separately.

The Annual Park Pass which is valid for one full year will provide access to National Park Service Parks, US Fish & Wildlife Service Lands, Bureau of Reclamation Lands, Bureau of Land Management Lands, US Forest Service Locations, and US Army Corps sites. Where there are entrance fees, the pass covers the owner and accompanying passengers in a single, private, non-commercial vehicle at recreation sites that charge per vehicle. At sites where per-person entrance fees are charged, it covers the pass owner and three accompanying adults age 16 and older. There is no entry fee for children 15 and under.

Head on over to the National Parks Facebook page for more information, or click here for more information.

Important Note: While the pass is not available to veterans and retirees, many of these individuals are eligible for other discounted passes, such as the Senior Pass, granting lifetime access to U.S. citizens over 62 for $10, and the Access Pass granting free lifetime access for permanently disabled U.S. citizens.

(Thanks, Thrifty NW Mom and Military Wives Saving!)

Calling all military members and their families! Just a reminder since summer is almost here and I’m guessing lots of you are planning vacations. The Here’s to the Heroes Program is offering up a FREE admission at participating Anheuser-Busch parks to all active duty, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman.

To snag your FREE admission, here is what you need to do…

*Click here to register OR register in the entrance plaza of participating parks; you will be required to show a Department of Defense photo ID.

*As many as three direct dependents of military personnel also are entitled to free admission. Dependents may even take advantage of the offer without their service member, though an adult must accompany minor dependents, and dependent ages 10 and over must present a valid dependent I.D.

*This offer is valid for one complimentary single-day admission per person, per year, during the regular operating schedules at one of the following: SeaWorld Orlando, San Diego, or San Antonio, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or Williamsburg, Sesame Place, Water Country USA, Adventure Island (NOT valid for separate ticketed events including Christmas Town at Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa.)

(Thanks for the reminder, Ashleigh!)

Wow! If you are an active duty military family, you can snag a FREE Premium 1 year membership to Care.com! Just make sure to register during the month of May. To get started, head on over here, complete the registration form and then click on the purple military families tab. You should then see the banner like the one pictured above and will just need to click the orange Sign Up button. The Premium Membership will allow you to receive full access to the service, including caregiver contact details, background checks, and references – over a $140 value! Awesome!

Note that you will need to reply to the Care.com email you’ll receive with the following info:

* First and last name of active service member
* Service member’s verifiable .mil email address
* Service member’s branch of service
* Service member’s rank and total years of service
* Your relationship (self, spouse, sibling, son or daughter, dependant, other, none)

If you’ve been trying to find a trustworthy child care provider, special needs care provider, tutor, senior care provider, housekeeper etc., then you’ll definitely want to check out Care.com. Care.com enables families to find and select the best care possible based on detailed profiles, background checks, and references for hundreds of thousands of mom-reviewed providers who are seeking to share their services.

Wow! If you are a Military Commissary shopper, you can score a VERY sweet deal on Reynolds Wrap! Check it out (but note that prices do vary a little by region)…

*Reynolds Wrap 50 sq. ft. recycled aluminum foil $1.52
Use the $1.50/1 coupon found here (use zip code 10001 and click on the “Household” category)
Final cost only $0.02!

If you have found any other fantastic in-store deals to make use of this high value Reynolds Wrap coupon, please share in the comments. Thanks!

(Thanks and photo credit, Commissary Deals!)

Here is a round-up of the best military coupons, discounts, and more…

Military Freebies & Coupons:

★ FREE Scion Care Packages

★ FREE download of MoneySlinger Personal Budgeting app
This company is offering up free lifetime accounts for active or retired US military personnel exclusively for Hip2Save readers. Eligible military personnel need to sign up for a free 30 day trial and then email info@moneyslinger.com with their name, branch of service, and approximate enlistment date with “Hip2Save Free Account Offer for U.S. Military Personnel” in the subject line; once approved, your 30 day trial will be converted to a free lifetime account. This offer is only valid thru 4/30/12.

★ FREE 20-page 5×7 softcover Photo Book for Military

★ Request FREE Proctor & Gamble coupon booklet filled with military-only coupons
P&G will donate 25¢ to the USO for every Family Unit coupon redeemed at your local Commissary

★ Military BX/PX Savings (Facebook)

Entertainment Discounts for Military:

★ FREE admission to Anheuser-Busch Parks

★ Travel promotions to military families around the world
Get savings for Delta, American Airlines, US Airways, Sandals resorts, and lots more!

★ TroopSwap, a full-fledged e-commerce and daily deals site exclusively for veterans, service members and their families.  The discount site offers up to 90 percent off on everything from skydiving to legal services, vacations and restaurants.

★ Wounded Warrior Project provides programs and support for injured vets.

You also may want to check out About.com’s list of Military Discounts & Freebies for even more ideas!

Military Sweepstakes:

★ Nominate your hometown hero for the chance to win their name in lights on the Crown Royal Presents the “Your Hero’s Name Here” 400 at the Brickyard.  The winning hero will get:

* Naming rights to the race—we’re talking on the race logo, on the track infield, on the TV broadcast. Everywhere!
* Trip to the Brickyard for winner and guest
* Once in a lifetime VIP track experience

Go here to nominate your hero!

★ BIC March Madness Contest
BIC is sponsoring this contest and giving away razor blades for a year to one lucky woman and one lucky man each week!

Head on over to TODAY.com/Veterans for even more information geared towards Veterans and Military personnel and families!

Wow!  Here’s a great freebie to show your love and support to our troops!  The USO and RocketLife have partnered to offer a FREE 20 page personal photo book that ships to ANY US military address completely free (APO, FPO or MPO). These softcover 5×7 photo books would fit perfectly in a soldier’s cargo pocket and they can hold up to 60 photos.

Here’s what you’ll need to do:

1. Just head on over here and click the “Get Your Promo Code” button and fill out the form with the destination shipping address (APO/FPO or MPO).

2. Load your pictures and see them transformed into amazing layouts.

3. Customize every detail or let RocketLife’s Smart Arrangement™ technology do it for you.

4. If desired, copy your book design to posters, puzzles, mugs, cards, calendars, and more.

5. Enter your code at checkout to get your free photo book. (Any additional purchases benefit the work of the USO.)

(Thanks, Don’t Make Me Nuts!)