Defense Commissary Agency

The Defense Commissary Agency is a for-profit establishment headquartered in Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia, with 4,689 employees and an annual revenue of $1 billion. The organization operates a chain of commissaries globally, specializing in providing a safe and secure shopping environment offering groceries to an exclusive customer base: military personnel, retirees and their families. Authorized patrons enjoy tax-free purchases alongside a 5% surcharge – a cost incurred to fund construction of new and modernization of current commissaries. Commissaries ensure shoppers save up to 25 cents for every dollar they spend compared with other retailers thanks to their streamlined operations and specialized pricing structure, contributing to what they describe as "family readiness, enhancing quality of life", and aiding with recruitment and retention of military members. Shoppers can view eligibility requirements in more detail through the listed website: commissaries.com.