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GO CAMO Reveal Came Up Short!
Help Us Reach 20K by Friday!
Did you catch our exciting #GoCamo weight reveal on Monday? Thanks to the Lone Star Military Vehicle Preservation Association and Alamo City Truck Club, we had a fun reveal of all of the amazing items donated since the collection campaign began on April 1st!
But when the final numbers were revealed... we came up a little short of our 20,000 lb. goal at 14,200 lbs...
There's still time to close the gap and hit our goal!! With the deadline extended to this Friday, if you order items via Amazon or drop them off at our office in San Antonio, we know together we'll reach 20K!
Can you help us reach 20,000 lbs. by this Friday, July 7th?
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How Cute is This Future Angel?
Thanks to our Baby Brigade, the mama of this adorable future Angel was showered with lots of love and supplies to welcome her new baby!
"I would like to say a big THANK YOU to you and all the volunteers who made bringing my little girl home so much easier with all the gifts. You're all so amazing!! Here are some pictures of my daughter who was born last Friday morning (June 16th). Sending my best regards," - Sara
Operation: Warm Winter
With Go Camo coming to a close, it's time for us to rev up the momentum for our next initiative: Operation: Warm Winter! Formerly known as the annual Blanket Drive, we've responded to the requests of numerous VAs across the country by expanding the campaign to include the collection of adult-sized winter hats and gloves. Now, we understand that gathering winter supplies during the scorching summer might seem unusual, but this early start will ensure that VAs are well-equipped to provide homeless Veterans with the warmth they need when colder temperatures arrive. Together, let's make a meaningful impact and bring comfort to those in need.
May No Birthday Be Forgotten!
Celebrating one's birthday while deployed only adds an extra layer of stress to an already challenging situation...especially if you're deployed to a location where you may not be able to enjoy any sort of birthday celebration or birthday cake. But, with help from Bake Me A Wish, Soldiers' Angels is working to ensure that Service Members celebrating a birthday during deployment receive a very special treat that will let them know their birthday is definitely not forgotten! Here are just a few of our recent deployed birthday recipients!
"Thank you so much for the birthday cupcakes. While I know the mail works slower than usual, they are such a great treat. They look and taste delicious. Please send these pictures to your generous donors and let them I am truly appreciative of their generosity. Very Respectfully," - SFC Christina
"I received this birthday cake in the mail yesterday. I appreciate it the thought and generosity. Your program is nothing but amazing and helps make this time away a lot less miserable. Thank you again." - Marty
"I received my birthday surprise today. I am so grateful and thankful for this generous gift. Thank you." - Daniel
"I was out of the area for a training exercise and I just received the Cake and a bunch of birthday cards, I apologize for the late response and I will get the picture and will try to write back as many of the angels as I can. I really do appreciate this, Y'all have taken care of me since I was a young NCO deployed to Afghanistan and I still have you here with me today. It means a lot!!!" - W1 Collin
"Today I received the special surprise it was a delicious brownie cake! It really raised the morale of everyone within my unit as I shared it because it was too good to keep to myself. Attached is my picture before we devoured the cake lol." - SrA Keegan
"I wanted to write and say thank you to your organization and the wonderful person who sent this amazing cake. My team and I enjoyed it and are very thankful for the welcomed gift of delicious food. Attached is a picture of me preparing to enjoy the cake while my team sang happy birthday to me. Again, many thanks for supporting us." - Nate
Homefront IPA Release: Alamo Beer
Alamo Beer in San Antonio hosted their release party for Homefront IPA this past weekend! If you're in San Antonio, be sure to stop by and try a glass before they run out! Click here to see what release is coming up next!
Honoring Old Glory on Flag Day
Every year on June 14th, Americans celebrate Flag Day, a special occasion that commemorates the adoption of the United States flag. While we proudly display the flag during celebrations and events, it’s equally important to understand the proper protocols for doing so. Click through to our recent blog to learn more about flag etiquette and retirement protocols.
Walking the Camino De Santiago
Every year, countless individuals embark on the remarkable journey of walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain, driven by various motivations. Among those remarkable individuals was Maria Carlin, a dedicated Board Member of Soldiers' Angels. Not only did she successfully complete the pilgrimage, but she also managed to raise an impressive $7,000 for Soldiers' Angels along the way. Maria's unwavering commitment and resolute spirit serve as an inspiration to us all.
Volunteer Spotlight: Laura Davis, San Antonio
Laura Davis has been volunteering with Soldiers' Angels since 2020 and has been the San Antonio Military & Veteran Food Distribution Coordinator since 2021. She was a military spouse and has volunteered in many other ways within the military community. Laura's passion and dedication shines through all of the work she does each month to ensure food-insecure Veterans and Service Members are provided support each month.
"If I can help provide dignity, nourishment, and hospitality for those who have given so much of their lives to our nation, I am fulfilling my purpose." - Laura Davis
