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Team Soldiers' Angels:
Marine Corps Marathon 2023
That's right! Soldiers' Angels is excited to announce that we are an official charity partner for this year's 48th running of the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington, D.C. on October 29th.
And if you want to run with us, we have a limited quantity of bibs still available!!
This exciting challenge wasn't on our radar... for the organization or for the five staff members that chose to rise to the challenge and register to earn their bibs...
But... when a member of our own team faced the struggles of alcoholism that forced her to miss marathons she yearned to compete in, we knew if we made the MCM a goal and stood behind her to keep her on the path to the marathon, we might just keep her on the road to recovery too.
Learn more about Air Force Veteran, Tania and how fitness has become an integral part of her journey to sobriety in our latest blog here [[link removed]].
If you're interested in joining Team Soldiers' Angels for MCM 2023, we have an extremely limited quantity of 10K and Marathon bibs left! To receive your bib, you'll have to commit to raising a minimum of $500 for Soldiers' Angels between now and October. Hurry! Click through to learn more and register [[link removed]] before we run out of bibs!!
Not a runner? Why not support a runner on our team and help them meet their fundraising goal? Check out our team page here [[link removed]] to learn more about each runner and contribute to their campaign.
And... I'm sure you wouldn't expect any less from our fun-loving and goofy staff here at Soldiers' Angels... stay tuned for some ridiculous challenges and antics from our runners as they train, mentally prepare, and fundraise for the big event in just 177 days!
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Military Appreciation Month is Here!
At Soldiers' Angels, we show our appreciation for our military heroes every single day - but May brings even more opportunities to thank past and present Service Members. Don't miss out - check out our blog post to learn about these important holidays and mark them down on your calendar.
Let's share our gratitude together!
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An Award-Winning Collection Drive
A couple of months ago, our Detroit Area Director, Elise Larkin, received a call from a High School student in Wisconsin who stated she had items to donate for deployed Service Members. Camryn and her sister Alyson were on a mission to give back so they started a community service project to benefit military families and deployed service members by collecting needed supplies.
The girls set up collection boxes at local businesses in their community and created posters listing the most-needed items. Their town responded whole-heartedly and the girls ended up collecting so many items their family stuffed their truck and a U-Haul trailer and drove the items from Wisconsin to our team in Detroit!
What's even more impressive is that on their drive to Detroit, these incredible young women learned they won their State Service Competition Award for their collection and their project has made them National qualifiers for Family, Career and Community Leaders of America!
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#NationalPetWeek is Here!
Let's come together and send our four-legged Service Members some tail-wagging support! Join us during #NationalPetWeek May 7-13 to donate much-needed dog items such as toys, bowls, and lots and LOTS of poop bags! We'll turn your donations into BONE-a-fide dog care packages that are sure to be pup-approved!
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Giving the Gift of Transportation
Giving back to those who have served our country is always a pleasure. Recently, Soldiers’ Angels had the honor of nominating a deserving Army veteran, Vanessa, to receive a refurbished vehicle through Recycled Rides. This amazing gift, generously provided by Recycled Rides, the National Auto Body Council, Caliber Collision, and USAA, was a true life-changer for Vanessa and her family. Vanessa is a proud veteran and loving mother of 4, and it was so rewarding to see her overcome with joy on this very special day. Check out some photos from the event!
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Move-In Day!
Soldiers' Angels was able to be there for Chad, a homeless veteran, as he transitioned into VA Supportive Housing in Denver. With your continued support, we provided Chad and his pup with an entire housing pack on move-in day, helping turn his new apartment into a home. Thank you for making it possible for us to support those who have served our country!
Warm Feet Reach Warriors
Thanks for supporting this year's Warm Feet for Warriors campaign! The socks are now reaching Service Members and Veterans, who truly appreciate them. We've started receiving photos of happy feet, so stay tuned for more updates on this exciting campaign!
#PurpleUp for Military Kids
Soldiers' Angels volunteers had a blast honoring Military Kids at the #PurpleUp 5K at JBSA Randolph and the Purple Up event at Hemisfair Park in San Antonio. Military Kids make jaw-dropping sacrifices every day. They live without or lose loved ones, leave friends behind when they relocate, and face stressors that most kids can't even imagine. That's why we celebrate Purple Up for Military Kids Day- to show them some extra love!
Thanks from Deployed
"Thank you all at Soldiers' Angels and the workers over at Mars for this care package. It definitely boosts morale getting a package." - SGT Baran
Thank you to the employees at Mars for making this service member's day (and many others) with the many care packages they assembled at a recent event. You can help support more service members by sending care package supplies for our #GoCamo [[link removed]] Care Package Supply Drive here [[link removed]]!
Volunteer Spotlight: David Avila, San Antonio
David Avila, one of our awesome volunteers in San Antonio, is an Army Veteran who's been an integral part of Soldiers' Angels for many years. His role in our Military and Veteran Food Distribution Traffic Team is to ensure all veterans are safely served. David also leads a team serving the American GI Forum twice a month, providing entertainment and meals to over 100 veterans living in their housing facility. We're grateful for David's dedicated service and invite you to join us in making a difference by volunteering too! Learn more. [[link removed]]
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