How Families Can Support U.S. Troops

Looking for a way to let U.S. troops abroad know that you care about them and wish them well? Families can get in on the giving patriotically this year by participating in any of the following programs, which support U.S. soldiers stationed in such hot spots as Iraq and elsewhere around the world.

To share your thoughts on this subject or to post information about support programs in your hometown, follow this link: Family Support of U.S. Troops







Tough Times Mean Tough Questions

  • Help kids tackle the tough questions of war
  • More ways for families to take action
  • Care packages are popular with both civilians and troops, but be forewarned: Due to postal safety regulations, mail can no longer simply be addressed to “Any Service Member.” Someone’s name must appear on the package. For details on the appropriate size, weight and content of packages, check out the Web sites below. Each allows you to link directly with military personnel.



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