Thank you so much for caring for our military, especially those who are far from home and the comforts we so casually take for granted. Our troops can really use a morale boost and a friendly reminder from us of how much we appreciate all they are doing for us here at home. We thank you in advance for all of the care package items, cards, letters you have decided to send them.
What should you send them? Pray about it first, imagine yourself or someone you love, faraway where there is no supermarket, or other convenience store, what would make you smile if you opened a box and that item was there. If you still need some ideas, please peruse the list below and see what you can come up with. If you are still struggling maybe your contribution would be a letter or card of encouragement, or maybe you would like to pay for postage. Each large flat rate box currently costs $14.85 to mail.(Cost to mail the boxes just went up a dollar a box!)
Any items you are going to ship that are of a liquid or scented base, i.e lotions, shampoos, etc must be placed in a zip lock bag. Please bag them in individual bags prior to the packing party. Please feel free to write thank you notes or letters of encouragement to be included in the boxes.
Suggested Care Package Items:
1. Candy/gum
2. Correspondence items(paper, pens, pocketsize tablets, etc)
3. Dental hygiene items(toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, etc)
4. Feminine hygiene items(tampons, pads, etc)
5. Personal hygiene items(soap, shampoo, lotion, etc)
6. High Protein snacks (jerky, energy bars, nuts, etc)
7. Individual serving prepackaged fruits, meats, pastas, puddings, cereals, etc (non perishable)
8. Books, magazines(current), cds and dvds
9. Games, toys (travel size, cards, squirt guns, dice, water balloons, etc)
10. Personal Grooming Items(nail clippers, lip balm, unscented wipes, combs, brushes, disposable razors)
11. Wash cloths, socks(white or black)
12. Seasonings/condiments(sugar, salt, pepper, powdered creamers, catsup, mustard, mayo packets, etc)
13. Small battery operated fans, hand warmers, batteries
USMC Cpl Charles O Palmer II
Memorial Troop Support Program
Supporting our Troops Since April 2008
"Honor the Fallen, Remember the Fighting, Thank the Veteran"
www.cplpalmertroopsupport.com
Chuck and Teri Palmer
(209) 239-3088 home
(209)627-5146 Teri’s Cell
(209)627-5147 Chuck’s cell