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Other Resources to Help: FEMA- the United States Federal Emergency Management Agency American Red Cross - Provides suggestions to support military personnel. United Way of America - Helps to prepare communities for possible needs during times of crisis. Small Business Association - Information for small businesses affected by deployment of employees or owners who are members of the National Guard or Reserve.
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Q. May I mail a service-member that I don't know a letter or care package? A. The Department of Defense cannot accept items mailed to "any service-member." Because of security and transportation concerns the Department of Defense is presently only accepting mail addressed to specific service-members. Some people may believe that sending a large number of packages to one individual service-member's address may be a good way to circumvent this restriction. Although the intention is well placed, doing this may slowdown or clog the mail system, and delay packages sent by families to their loved ones stationed overseas. Q. In what other ways may I support our troops? A. In lieu of sending a letter or package to our service-members, there are numerous other ways you can show your support for the men and women serving our country overseas. While we do not endorse any specific group or organization, we have included several options that you may wish to consider:
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