Christopher,

As we mark two years since Russia invaded Ukraine, 100,000 American service members remain in strategic locations in Europe to support our NATO allies. Despite the ongoing challenges presented by this conflict, the USO is committed to supporting our brave military heroes no matter what — but we rely on your generosity to provide critical programs and resources.

On this second anniversary, we have set a goal to raise $30,000 via email and text messages to continue providing critical support to our military around the world as they brave harsh conditions and dangerous situations, all to protect us and our allies. Please, will you donate $29, which can help fund a phone call home, before midnight Saturday to help show our heroes they’re not alone?*

Our service members are at bases with limited resources and infrastructure, sleeping in tents with few places to turn to when they need to relax and recharge. Many were deployed without access to their cell phones or the internet — making it especially hard to contact loved ones back home.

Every day for the past two years, USO staff and volunteers have worked around the clock to keep our military strong, revitalized and connected to loved ones — from Wi-Fi and call centers that are often the only place troops can talk to their families to USO Care Packages with essential hygiene products and snacks. But none of this is possible without military supporters like you.

Which is why I come to you with this personal request: As our service members courageously put themselves in harm’s way, it’s our duty to make sure they have the critical resources and support they need. Please, will you rush $29 or more toward our goal to raise $30,000 before midnight Saturday?

Thanks for being there for our troops — especially during times of crisis. As a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, I can tell you that your support helps show members of our military that the American people value and appreciate their immense sacrifices.

Christopher Plamp
Chief Operating Officer, USO