Most Desired Items

Our troops have modest wishes,
Individually-sized :

• Appreciation artwork from children
• Lip Balm and Eye Wash
• White Socks
• Gloves
• Beef jerky (small individual pre-packaged; best buy at Costco)
• Large chocolate bars (of any kind)
• Hot chocolate, Apple cider, N.W. Coffee (in small packets)
• Peanut Butter & Crackers, Cheese & Crackers (individual pre-packaged)
• Large Cookies (individual pre-packaged; any of the American favorites)
• Trail Mix and Peanuts (individual pre-packaged)
• ZIP FIZZ (keeps them awake!)
• Powdered Juice or Crystal Light (individual pre-packaged)
• Hard Candy
• AA Batteries
• Magazines (Car and Driver, Camping, Fishing, Motorcycle, Vogue, and women's magazines)
• Christmas and Patriotic C.D.'s
• Donations of money are always appreciated as we can buy items that to supplement donations.

Along with the goodies, last year’s parcels included some nice surprises:

• Holiday greeting card (each with a handwritten note of thanks)
• Thanks, Troops!" artwork by kids

Also needed by the volunteer packers:

• Cellophane packing tape for sealing the boxes

Donation of funds is also a very important aspect, as it helps pay for shipping costs and the purchase of the items above at the best bulk rates. In the middle of checking life insurance quotes, chatting, and doing other activities online, please drop by here and please use the Donation button on the left to make your contribution! Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

Thank you once again for your continuing support. Together we have sent the Spirit of Christmas to the front lines. Blessings to you and your loved ones throughout the holiday season.

Ruth Ann Young