WASHINGTON — Truckers for Troops is accepting care package requests for deployed military serving in combat areas.
“The program, operated by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), has supported U.S. troops overseas and veterans at home since 2007 thanks to the generosity of OOIDA’s members who are primarily small-business truckers,” OOIDA said.
What’s in the Care PackagesÂ
Packages are typically large boxes weighing about 70 pounds and measuring approximately 18 x 16 x 14 inches. They are filled with a variety of useful and morale-boosting items such as snacks, toiletries, games, lip balm, socks, hygiene supplies, condiments, hot sauce and other requested items.
How to Request a Care Package
Anyone wishing to request a care package for a deployed family member or friend may email the service member’s full name, complete mailing address and projected stateside return date to [email protected].
Program Impact
“Over the past 18 years, Truckers for Troops has raised more than $800,000, sent more than 3,288 care packages and served more than 39,400 members of the military,” OOIDA said. “In addition to sending packages to troops in combat zones, the program has also supported veterans facilities, including those serving wounded, disabled and unhoused veterans, as well as the Veterans Community Project.”
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Cards and letters of appreciation can be included in care packages.
Cards and letters may be mailed to:
Attention: Truckers for Troops
P.O. Box 1000
Grain Valley, Mo. 64029
Please do not include last names or other personal information. Town or school names may be included.
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