One of our members has a coworker with a son, recently deployed to the front lines in Iraq with the 4th Stryker Brigrade - Infantry. Through this connection, we are able to send Care Packages to this young man, which will be shared with his unit.

ITEMS DESIRED

Personal Hygiene Items (no aerosols)

• Disposable Razors
• Shave Cream (non aerosol)
• Stick Deodorant
• Bar Soap
• Q-Tips
• Toothbrushes
• Toothpaste
• Dental Floss

• Beef Jerky / Slim Jims (A Favorite!)
• Peppermint Sticks
• Hard Candy
• Kool-aid / Iced-tea type powdered drink mixes
• Chips
• Pretzels
• Peanuts
• Fritos
• Popcorn,
• Snack Crackers
• Granola and Fruit Bars
• Chewing Gum
  (All individually wrapped -- Keeps well and Easy to Share.)

• Sports
• Hunting
• Fishing
• Combat
• Crossword
• Readers Digest & similar
  (Nothing Religious)

Movies - DVD
All Varieties, Especially Action-Adventure

Batteries
All sizes, Especially those likely to fit portable DVD & CD Players.

Phone Cards

Cards & Letters
Sometimes, they just need a letter From someone who cares and Appreciates what these kids are doing for their country. You can address it to "Dear Soldier", and you may get a A return letter if you include your address.

All items my be brought to any meeting of Council #3530 for collection. Donations toward mailing costs ($12-$15 per package) also accepted.

Tom McGinnis
June 2008