Starting April 6, commissaries will start charging a nominal price for each single-use paper or plastic bag. Cost associated with this change is 5 cents for plastic and 10 cents for paper single-use bags. DeCA encourages patrons to bring their own bags from home or purchase reusable bags from in-store or Commissary CLICK2GO® assortments. Read the rest of the story on the DeCA website, or download the article and graphic on DVID

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CLICK2GO

Commissary CLICK2GO is now right at your fingertips with our new MOBILE APP! 

Start shopping NOW by downloading the app from:

Apple App Store & Google Play

No minimum order size or dollar amount required and orders may be placed up to 6 days in advance. Place orders in four easy steps:

1. Create an account online
2. Shop and select your groceries
3. Select your pick-up time
4. Pay online and pick-up at designated CLICK2GO parking stalls

Find out more how to maximize Your Commissary Benefit with CLICK2GO

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How can we better serve you? Let us know!

• Scan the QR Code located on the back of your receipt with your smartphone's camera.
• Select the link that appears on your screen.
• Select Fort Hamilton as your location.
• Leave feedback about your shopping experience or any comments you may have!

Veterans Welcome!

• Effective January 1, 2020; The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs Veterans Health Identification Card, (VHIC) will be the authorized identification for the latest group to receive commissary privileges.  There will be two groups that will be identified by a memorandum provided by the Veterans Administration.
• To obtain a VHIC, current VA policy requires veterans to be enrolled in VA health care. To check VA health enrollment eligibility and to enroll: visit a local VA medical facility: call 1-877-222-VETS (8387), Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m., Eastern time; or apply online here.
• Caregivers eligible solely under this act will receive a letter from the VA that indicates they are the primary family caregiver for a veteran enrolled in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers.

Single-Use Plastic and Paper bags - Resale Item at the Commissary Effective April 6, 2026

Q. Why is the Commissary charging for single-use bags?
A. This change will allow the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) to continue to offer its eligible patrons significant savings while strengthening our fiscal stewardship.
Q. When does this change take effect?
A. April 6, 2026, in all Commissary locations.
Q. How much will bags cost?
A. $0.05 per plastic bag
$0.10 per paper bag
Q. Can I still get paper or plastic bags?
A. Yes. Single-use bags will continue to be available for a charge at cost, both in-store and through Commissary CLICK2GO®.
Q. What if I forget my reusable bags?
A. Single-use and reusable bags are available in-store and through Commissary CLICK2GO®. Find your favorite reusable or hot/cold bags through Commissary CLICK2GO®.
Q. How are bags counted in Self-Checkout Lanes?
A. Our self-checkout lanes will prompt you for the number of bags used at the end of the order.
Q. Does this apply to Commissary CLICK2GO® orders?
A. Yes. Bags used for pickup or delivery orders will be included in your total. The number of bags used will appear on the receipt provided to you when you receive your order. Have your own bags? No problem! Simply tell us prior to checkout or in the notes section at the conclusion of your Commissary CLICK2GO® order.
Q. How are the number of bags used determined?
A. Our team carefully packs orders to use only the bags necessary while ensuring your items are protected.
Q. Are single-use bags refundable?
A. No. Single-use bags are non-refundable, as they are single use only.
Q. How can I avoid paying for bags?
A. Bringing your own reusable bags is the best way to avoid purchasing single-use bags. Simply present your bags at the start of your in-store checkout or in the notes section at the conclusion of your Commissary CLICK2GO® order.

Your MacDill Commissary is undergoing repairs to enhance your shopping experience. We are asking that you please be patient while things are in progress. We understand the frustration this may cause, and we do apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for understanding and allowing us to be your grocery provider of choice. We serve those who have served for us!

The Department of Defense expanded commissary shopping privileges in the

U.S. effective 1 January 2020 as part of the Purple Heart and Disabled

Veterans Equal Access Act of 2018, included in the John S. McCain National

Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019.

Access was expanded to include:

- Veterans with any service-connected disability

- Purple Heart recipients

- Former Prisoners of war, and

- Individuals approved and designated as the primary family caregivers of

eligible Veterans under the Department of Veterans Affairs Program of

Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers

The Department of Defense expanded commissary shopping privileges to:

Security Administration (GS-0080)

Fire Protection and Prevention (GS-0081)

Police (GS-0083)

Security Guard (GS-0085)

Emergency Management (GS-0089)

In-Store Wi-Fi

Commissary shoppers can now enjoy free in-store Wi-Fi.

MILITARY STAR card now accepted as payment for Commissary CLICK2GO

online orders.

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We’re Stronger Together | Commissaries

Learn how commissaries promote food security by

providing quality products at low prices and tips on nutrition:

https://corp.commissaries.com/stronger-together 

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Commissary Store Brands: Saving money shouldn’t be a chore

Commissary Store Brands include an assortment of items spanning the entire store to include Freedom’s Choice food, HomeBase non-food, TopCare health & beauty, Full Circle Market natural and organic food, Wide Awake ready-to-drink coffee products, Tippy Toes baby products, Flock’s Finest wild bird food, and Pure Harmony pet food. We’re proud to serve you our Commissary Store Brands with the quality and savings you deserve. Go to commissaries.com for more information.

**Special Notice**

Commissaries, AAFES partner to sell each other’s gift cards

The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) and the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) began selling their respective gift cards in both commissaries and exchanges on June 22. Commissaries will now have reciprocal agreements with AAFES and the Navy Exchange Command (NEXCOM) for gift card sales. DeCA began their partnership with the Navy in May 2018. Both organizations’ gift cards are open value: AAFES cards sold in commissaries are available in denominations from $5 to $1,500, and commissary cards sold in exchanges are available in amounts from $5 to $300. Authorized customers must still redeem the gift cards at their respective store or online.

Military Star Card

We now accept the MILITARY STAR Card. Welcome Stars!

*Commissary Store Brands

The Defense Commissary Agency is continuing its rollout of commissary store brands to give shoppers a vibrant variety of low-cost, quality equivalent to national brand products.

*Self-Service Bagging

Self-Service Bagging Lane is now available at any register for customers who prefer to bag their own groceries. All you need to do is request no bagger.

*Gift Cards

Gift Cards are available online and at all commissaries worldwide – on a rack at full service, front-end registers.

The beauty of commissary gift cards is that anyone - military or civilian - can order them online and have them shipped anywhere in the U.S. or to APO, FPO or DPO addresses outside the U.S. Or they can be bought in any commissary. Learn more about commissary Gift Cards.

*Staying informed about food safety-related recalls is a full-time job

Thanks to Commissaries.com, it’s just a couple of clicks away.  Click Stay Informed for alerts on products sold in commissaries or on All Recalls from the FDA.

*As of January 1, 2020 the Department of Defense is proud to expand commissary privileges to:

     - Veterans awarded a Purple Heart

     - Veterans who are former prisoners of war

     - All veterans with a service-connected disability

     - Individuals assessed, approved, and designated as the primary family caregiver of eligible veterans under the Department of Veteran Affairs Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers.

Required Documentation:  Veterans will need a Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) that displays "Purple Heart", "Former POW", or "Service Connected" below the photo on the front of the card for installation and benefit access.  To obtain a VHIC card:  https://www.va.gov/healthbenefits/vhic/

 Starting April 6, commissaries will start charging a nominal price for each single-use paper or plastic bag. Cost associated with this change is 5 cents for plastic and 10 cents for paper single-use bags. DeCA encourages patrons to bring their own bags from home or purchase reusable bags from in-store or Commissary CLICK2GO® assortments. Read the rest of the story on the DeCA website, or download the article and graphic on DVIDS. 

Did you know 

…your Commissary is a benefit of your Military Service and supports military members of all ranks, their Families, retirees and their Families? Safe and convenient locations near you!

…The Secretary of Defense’s Taking Care of People (TCOP) initiative directs that the Commissary must save patrons 25% in overall grocery costs, when compared to off-base grocery stores near your military installation?

…the Commissary Brands like Freedom’s Choice, Home Base, TopCare and others are of equal or better quality compared to national brands and most come at a cheaper price?

…Commissaries Worldwide have reduced prices on hundreds of popular brands to emphasize the value of your Commissary benefit and provide you with Your Everyday Savings? Just look for the orange YES!

…the commissaries.com website has over 200 meal plans and 179 of them are Dietitian Approved recipes? Many of these can be prepared in microwaves for our service members living in dorms or barracks. Our products are safe, healthy and always inspected!!
 

Seafood Department

Yes our Seafood department is open for business! Please stop by and get  some fresh fish!

Mobile Click2Go:

https://portal.apps.deca.mil/Public_Documents/Marketing/CLICK2GO%20Mobile%20App%20Flyer/23180-FLY-CC2GMobileApp-Store-Flyer.pdf

CLICK2GO IS NOW ACCEPTING SNAP / EBT CARD

Let your commissary team do your shopping for you! It is as easy as – order online – choose your time – pick up curbside! Fast and easy!

Making the benefit more convenient for you!

https://corp.commissaries.com/shopping/click-2-go

For more information please visit: https://corp.commissaries.com/how-CLICK2GO-works

Fort Meade Commissary CLICK2GO phone number:  443.698.9080 ext. 3425

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The Department of Defense expanded commissary shopping privileges in the U.S. effective 1 January 2020 as part of the Purple Heart and Disabled Veterans Equal Access Act of 2018, included in the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019. This expansion adds to the existing authorized shopper list here.

Access was expanded to include:

• Veterans with any service-connected disability
• Purple Heart recipients
• Former Prisoners of war, and
• Individuals approved and designated as the primary family caregivers of eligible Veterans under the Department of Veterans Affairs Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers

Protective services civilian employees who are in a position of the following series of the General Schedule are able to shop at the commissary in accordance with Title 10 USC 1066, eligibility of Protective Services Civilian Employees.  Only the individual employee may shop not dependents and/or family members.

Security Administration (GS-0080)

Fire Protection and Prevention (GS-0081)

Police (GS-0083)

Security Guard (GS-0085)

Emergency Management (GS-0089)

All other DoD Civilian CAC card holders are not authorized to shop at the Commissary.

Visitors to the Commissary must be escorted by authorized ID card holders.

Customer Satisfaction Survey - Receipt QR Code

How can we better serve you? Let us know!

Scan the QR Code located on the back of your receipt with your smartphone's camera.

Select the link that appears on your screen.

Select Fort Meade as your location.

Leave feedback about your shopping experience or any comments you may have!

Be healthier in 2025 with ‘Thinking Outside the Box’ to save money, and time.

Thinking Outside the Box meals offer quick, healthy and economical solutions for your busy lifestyle. They also include tips and suggestions on how to use the leftover items after preparing your meal. In addition to offering a nutritious recipe for a family meal, TOTB provides scientifically credible health and nutrition information with tips on how to improve the nutrition quality of the diet. Try using these for a month and see what happens to not only your food budget but also your waistline! They feature a key nutrient and align with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and may even be a tastier and healthier version of a high-fat or high-calorie dish. Start new healthy habits with TOTB as well as with Dietitian Approved recipes.

Check out the Healthy Eats section online.

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Veterans we're excited for you to join our Team

– Learn More!

The Fisher House Foundation’s Scholarships for Military Children program is accepting applications for the 2026–2027 academic year, now through Feb. 11, 2026

Commissary CLICK2GO has easy access with their new MOBILE APP! Start by downloading the app from the App store (Apple) or Google Play, customers can also now use their MILITARY STAR cards for their online purchases. 

Making the benefit more convenient for you!

Let your commissary team do your shopping for you! It is as easy as – order online – choose your time – pick up curbside! Fast and easy!

https://corp.commissaries.com/shopping/click-2-go

For more information please visit: https://corp.commissaries.com/how-CLICK2GO-works

Commissary CLICK2GO number:  443.360.9829/804-481-4234 and or after prompt dial 3425

Special Announcement 

Starting April 6, commissaries will start charging for each single-use paper or plastic bag. The cost associated with this change is 5 cents for plastic bags and 10 cents for paper bags. DeCA encourages patrons to bring their reuseable bags from home or purchase reusable bags in-store or Commissary CLICK2GO® assortments.

Beginning April 6, 2026, the Commissary will begin charging for single-use Paper and Plastic shopping bags.   

CLICK-2-GO ORDERS CAN BE CALLED IN AT: 334.777.5353 x 3425 

Open 7 Days a Week!

Limited Service on Mondays

We are open on Mondays from 0900 to1900 with limited operations: 

• Self-checkout registers only.
• Debit/credit card & cash payments.
• EBT and WIC will be unavailable on Monday.

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Commissary CLICK2GO IS HERE!

Commissary CLICK2GO DELIVERY IS HERE!  Starts 15 Jan 2026

Making the benefit more convenient for you!

Let your Whidbey Island commissary team do your shopping for you! It is as easy as – order online – choose your time – pick up curbside! Fast and easy!

https://corp.commissaries.com/shopping/click-2-go

For more information please visit: https://corp.commissaries.com/how-CLICK2GO-works

Commissary CLICK2GO number: 804-481-3839

EFFECTIVE AUGUST 30, 2021 - CLICK2GO as easy as 1 - 2 - 3  

CLICK2GO!!  No Hassle, No Wait! Let us do your shopping for you. Place your order online.

As Easy As 1-2-3

1. Place your order on our website.  www.shop.commissaries.com

2. We'll select and bag your groceries.

3. Drive to the store and pick it up or select delivery to have them at your doorstep.

Patrons using Commissary CLICK2GO, the Defense Commissary Agency's online shopping and curbside pickup service, can now use the MILITARY STAR card to purchase their groceries through the website: www.shop.commissaries.com

Mobile app for quick access

Customers can now download a mobile app to access the Defense Commissary Agency’s (DeCA) website programs such as Commissary CLICK2GO online payment and curbside pickup, digital coupons, the sales flyer, dietitian-approved recipes and much more. Available free for download via the Google Play and Apple app stores for Android and Apple devices respectively, the mobile app gives commissary shoppers access to a variety of DeCA’s online functions on their smart phones and tablets.

CLICK2GO now accepts EBT/SNAP payments online and in the app

The Commissary CLICK2GO payment processor currently accepts American Express, Discover, EBT/SNAP, Mastercard, Military Star and VISA for online and curbside payments.

EBT/SNAP is only available in the U.S., not at overseas locations. Customers use a card that’s similar to a credit or debit card to access their benefits. The EBT/SNAP account of a participant is debited to reimburse the store for the SNAP authorized items they purchase.

Express Lane

Head on over to Register 1 Cashier or Self Bagging.

Tray-Ready Seafood is Back!

We are carrying tray-ready assorted seafood located in the meat department.

Single-use shopping bags have been discontinued at your Patch Barracks Commissary. Customers using bags will need to bring their own or purchase reusable ones for a small fee. See your store associate for more information.

Patch Barracks Commissary CLICK2GO

Making the benefit more convenient for you!

Let our commissary team do your shopping for you! It is as easy as - order online - choose your time - pick up curbside! Fast and easy!

https://corp.commissaries.com/shopping/click-2-go

For more information please visit:

https://corp.commissaries.com/how-CLICK2GO-works

Patch Commissary CLICK2GO number: +49 (0) 9641-70-592-8008

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Resets/Renovations/On-site sales
 We do not have any On site sales planned at this time. We are conducting small resets for particular Category groups, so if you are having a hard time finding anything just ask Store Personnel.

Shopping Suggestions

• It's grilling season and a perfect time to check out our Meat and Produce departments for that mouthwatering grilling steak or burger or for the salad lovers those just right veggies. We also have those seasonal fruits for that wonderful fruit salad you have been planning on making.
• Our Deli /Bakery has specials every day on different cuts of cheeses and lunch meats for those perfect summer picnic sandwiches and party trays.
• The Produce department has ALL your seasonal fruits (watermelons, strawberries, cherries, peaches, plums, etc.).
• The Meat department has ALL your favorite cuts of beef, pork and chicken for those summer BBQ’s. If you need a special request just let us know and we will do our best to get it for you (Advance notice for most items).

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If you would like to subscribe to Express Line, send an email to: deca.ramstein.store-ops-grp.list.euz20patchbarracks@mail.mil

Include “Subscribe me to Express Line” in the subject line.

In-Store Wi-Fi

• Anyone in the store can access the store's free Wi-Fi from the sales floor area.
• Prior to accessing the store's free Wi-Fi, one must accept the "terms of Service" agreement.
• Patrons with questions about accessing Wi-Fi should contact the store's customer service representative.

Great Idea For Dinner

Grilled Cilantro-Garlic Sirloin and Onions

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If you are interested in applying for a job at the commissary please go online to:  www.USAJOBS.opm.gov

Open positions: Sales Store Checker, Store Worker, Food Service Worker, Store Associate

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The Department of Defense expanded commissary shopping privileges in the U.S. effective 1 January 2020 as part of the Purple Heart and Disabled Veterans Equal Access Act of 2018, included in the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019. This expansion adds to the existing authorized shopper list here.

Access was expanded to include:

• Veterans with any service-connected disability
• Purple Heart recipients
• Former Prisoners of war, and
• Individuals approved and designated as the primary family caregivers of eligible Veterans under the Department of Veterans Affairs Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers

Overseas Veterans check with your local installation to verify privileges.

Commissary CLICK2GO is now right at your fingertips with their new MOBILE APP!

Start shopping now by downloading at the App Store or at Google Play!

Join our noble cause to serve the most deserving.

We are Hiring – Learn More!

Even More Savings at Your Commissary!

DOD invests extra funding in benefit to help reduce prices and help strengthen economic security of military families. 

Service members and their families will soon see a 3-5% decrease in pricing on most grocery items as part of a Department of Defense (DOD) initiative to bolster the economic security and stability of the military community.

To read more visit: https://corp.commissaries.com/our-agency/newsroom/news-releases/even-mo…

Commissary CLICK2GO

Making the benefit more convenient for you!

Let your commissary team do your shopping for you! It is as easy as – order online – choose your time – pick up curbside! Fast and easy!

https://corp.commissaries.com/shopping/click-2-go

For more information please visit: https://corp.commissaries.com/how-CLICK2GO-works

Who can Shop at the Commissary?

Commissaries are exclusively for the benefit of service members and their families. Check here for details. You can shop at a commissary if you’re in one of these groups:

• Active, reserve or retired uniformed services members
• Medal of Honor recipients
• Wage marine personnel and retired wage marine personnel of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
• Department of Defense and Coast Guard civilian employees on service agreements overseas
• Full-time employees of non-federal entities hired in the United States and assigned to work on a U.S. military installation overseas
• Certain military members of foreign nations
• Authorized family members
• Veterans with service-connected disabilities
• Purple Heart recipients
• Former prisoners of war
• Primary family caregivers of veterans enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers
• Defense Commissary Agency employees

The Defense Commissary Agency operates 240 commissaries, including those overseas. Check out its website, Commissaries.com. This site offers rewards cards, coupons, online ordering, curbside pickup, savings, sales events in communities for Guard/reserve members and more.

Rewards Card

Ask us about obtaining a Commissary Rewards Card, which generates extra coupon savings at the register.

Gift Cards

Gift Cards are available and can be purchased at any register or online. Give the gift of groceries to any authorized customer.

Military Star Card

The Beale Commissary now accepts the Military Star Card.

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Single-use shopping bags have been discontinued at your Ramstein AB Commissary. Customers using bags will need to bring their own or purchase reusable ones for a small fee. See your store associate for more information.

Join our noble cause in serving the most deserving!

We are Hiring – Learn More! 

Commissary CLICK2GO

Commissary CLICK2GO is now right at your fingertips with our new MOBILE APP! 

Start shopping NOW by downloading the app from:

Apple App Store & Google Play

No minimum order size or dollar amount required and orders may be placed up to 6 days in advance. Place orders in four easy steps:

1. Create an account online
2. Shop and select your groceries
3. Select your pick-up time
4. Pay online and pick-up at designated CLICK2GO parking stalls

Find out more how to maximize Your Commissary Benefit with CLICK2GO

CLICK2GO phone number +49 6371-476712 or +49 6371-4808

The Military Star Card is now accepted!

Customer Satisfaction Survey - Receipt QR Code

How can we better serve you? Let us know!

• Scan the QR Code located on the back of your receipt with your smartphone's camera.
• Select the link that appears on your screen.
• Select Ramstein AB as your location.
• Leave feedback about your shopping experience or any comments you may have!

EXPRESS LINE NEWSLETTER

Subscribe to our monthly Express Line newsletter, filled with news and upcoming events. Email us and include “Subscribe me to Express Line” in the subject line.

RESETS

We are regularly conducting resets on particular category groups. If there is anything that you are unable to locate, please feel free to ask any commissary associate as certain items may have been relocated to another section.

SPECIAL REQUESTS

Is there an item you're looking for that we don't carry on a regular basis? Stop on by the store to submit a request or send us an email and we'll check with our regional team to see if the item can be carried.

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