Shipping Packages
When
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this site by Lauren Pomerantz, a mentor for
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Sometimes you just get too busy to put together a package for your soldier. When that happens, there are alternatives. Remember that while the soldiers appreciate the care packages, they truly want to hear from you. They'd rather have an amateurishly assembled box of dried fruit and tuna from the dollar store with a letter from you than a professionally packed box. But sometimes, you just can't take the time. The Soldiers' Angels Store offers several packages that are perfect for the deployed soldier. Mimimus is the company that provides our packs. In addition to the ones at the Soldiers' Angels Store, they have additional packs including ones that focus on beverages, snacks, hygiene items, etc. Giddy Giftbox offers a variety of care packages at a variety of prices. Soldiers' Angels has reviewed their offerings and certifies them. Treats for Troops has a nice selection of attractively packed packages at a wide range of prices. Click on the link that says you have the address. We don't give out TFT numbers. Hickory Farms has a nice selection of products approved for shipping to APO and FPO addresses. Swiss Colony has a small selection of gifts that can be sent to military addresses. Since most of their offerings are chocolate-based sweets, it varies with the season. To find military-approved gifts, search for things like "military" or the branch, e.g. "navy" or "army." Care4Troops lets you design your own care packages. You can build one from the ground up, or start with one of their pre-designed packages and then add your own personal touches. Cookies Direct will ship to APO/FPO addresses for free, and in addition to the message you enter, will include one that says "All of us at Cookies Direct Support You and Your Mission. Thank you!" You decide how many cookies (2-4 dozen), pick the types, and they add another dozen for free. Military Cheer Packs starts with packs as low as $7, and lets you add in extras. House of Jerky contributes to Soldiers' Angels, which makes it a good place to get your soldier a yummy treat. Not a complete care package, but a really cool idea. For $2.50 you can send your soldier Soldier Soap, soap imprinted with an American flag and a patriotic message or message of faith.
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