Haddad Toyota on South Street in Pittsfield is holding a “huge” Veterans Day sale, according to sales manager Anthony Anastasio. He said money from each purchase will be donated to Soldier On, the Pittsfield organization committed to helping homeless veterans.
In November 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Nov. 11, Armistice Day for “the heroism of those who died in the country’s service.” In 1954, President Dwight Eisenhower changed the name to Veteran’s Day.
In 2014, under President Barack Obama along with the Small Business Administration, National Veterans Small Business Week was created and will be celebrated next week, Nov. 11-15.
According to SCORE (Senior Corps of Retired Executives) and the Small Business Administration, there are over 1.7 million veteran-owned small businesses, contributing $1 trillion in total revenue and employing almost 5.5 million Americans.
In Berkshire County the Census Bureau estimated over 250 small businesses are owned by veterans. Few publicize that they are veteran-owned small businesses.
After research, I did find a few, which represent a microcosm of those found in the Berkshire County area. They were:
• Alpine Solar Heat and Hot Water LLC, Stu Besnoff, owner of a solar hot water, photovoltaic systems, and battery storage in Windsor; 9 years, U.S. Navy.
• Berkshire 3D Solutions, Ronda Cyr, owner of a real estate photography business in Lee; 14 years, Air Force.
• Fallen Limbs Designs, Nate Mutti, owner of Fallen Limbs Designs in Springfield, designs cutting/charcuterie boards and other wood products; 26 years, Air Force.
• Town-Green, Steve Coyle, owner and consultant, urban planner, architect, builder and developer in Great Barrington; 6 years, U.S. Marine Corps.
If you have the opportunity to patronize their business, please do. If not, and by chance you cross their paths, thank them for their service.
The Ocean State Job Lot store in North Adams is holding a “Buy-Give-Get” program for veterans. For $40, customers can purchase a winter coat to be donated to a veteran. The store then will issue the customer a $40 “Crazy Deal” gift card.
SALES PROMOTIONS FOR VETERANS DAY WEEK
Ocean’s City Job Lot Management Team in North Adams announced its “Buy-Give-Get” program for veterans. If you purchase a winter coat for $40, it will donate that coat to a veteran and will reward you a $40 Crazy Deal gift card.
Although not announced at press time, it also has given discounts to veterans on Veteran’s Day including a “Military and Veteran Deal Days” — spend $20 or more and get 40 percent off in a gift card. Just ask.
“We typically offer a specific Veterans Day offer each year on Nov. 11, but we haven’t shared specifics yet,” said a Kohl’s spokesperson. Check the Kohl’s website for updates.
Anthony Anastasio, sales manager at Haddad Toyota in Pittsfield, said the dealership is holding a “huge” Veterans Day event.
“We do a lot with Soldier On so we are donating money to them for each car purchased,” he said. Details at the Haddad Toyota Facebook page.
Saatva director of public relations, Shari Ajayi it has a “Buy More, Save More” tiered discount from Nov. 10-20 leading up to the mattress company’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday weekend, with savings up to $500. Check its website for details.
Mattress Firm in Great Barrington and Pittsfield stated that its firm has always had a “Flash Sales” around Veteran’s Day, but has not yet been announced at press time. It does give discounts on its products to military, first responders, etc. but you need to visit either location for more details.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE
As a way to thank veterans and those currently serving in the military, in addition to your family’s sacrifice, many businesses give discounts.
Here are some of these military discounts:
Saatva.com gives active military and armed forces members, first responders (EMTs, paramedics, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and 911 dispatchers), and National Guard members, a discount of $225 off orders of $1,000 or more. (Can’t be combined with other promotions).
Kohl’s offers year-round military discounts as part of Military Mondays, said a Kohl’s spokesperson. Active military, veterans, retirees and their immediate family members receive 15 percent off qualifying purchases on Mondays (in-store only). Details at the Kohl’s website.
Ocean City Job Lots in North Adams receive a 40 percent discount according to its website.
Target is having a Military Appreciation Event through Nov. 11. Active military or veterans receive 10 percent off their purchases through Nov. 11. See https://bit.ly/40no0Tz for details or visit its Lanesborough location.
Harley-Davidson has various specials found online that is given on behalf of those in the military. Independent of that, Drew Nicastro, general manager of Ronnie’s Harley-Davidson in Pittsfield, said its dealership has a policy that “takes care of its veterans, one at a time.” General manager, Jay Kopala said, its dealership also follows a similar policy.” Visit either the Pittsfield or Adams dealership for more details.
RX TIPS FOR SAVINGS: Many businesses have Veteran’s Week Sales promotions and/or give military discounts. Ask first before you make a purchase.
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