Exchange shoppers help Soldiers in need through AER donations 4/16/21, 9:59 AM Sylvia Carpenter Courtesy graphic The Fort Stewart Consolidated Exchange is family serving family—and Soldiers can help their battle buddies in need by donating to Army Emergency Relief at the Post Exchange register. Exchange shoppers help Soldiers in need through AER donations The Fort Stewart Consolidated Exchange is family serving family—and Soldiers can help their battle buddies in need by donating to Army Emergency Relief at the Post Exchange register. In 2020, Exchanges worldwide donated nearly $1.5 million to AER, an increase of more than 1,000% over 2019 donations. Beginning last year, PX shoppers were able to donate to the organization at checkout year-round. The record donations were critical in seeing Soldiers and families through tough times due to the COVID-19 pandemic.