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Operation Hugs for Heroes – Community Care Package Drive

March 12 - April 24

Operation Hugs for Heroes – Community Care Package Drive
Christian Outreach in Action (COA) is inviting the community to participate in Operation Hugs for Heroes, a special initiative to support nearly 10,000 deployed U.S. troops serving aboard aircraft carriers.
Community members are encouraged to donate snacks or write messages of hope and encouragement that will be included in care packages sent overseas. Supporters can donate online, shop COA’s Amazon Wish List (items ship directly to the organization), or send handwritten notes on index cards to brighten a service member’s day.
Ways to participate:
Donate online: https://givebutter.com/operation-hugs-for-heroes-9p5aei
Shop the Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2O4FUBYPETH2?ref_=wl_share
Write messages of encouragement for deployed troops
Organize snack or message drives through schools, churches, or businesses
Donation Drop-Off Locations
Christian Outreach in Action
Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM
Clark and Atherton Mercantile
Help send a “hug from home” to the brave men and women serving our country overseas.

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