I grew up in a military family and proudly watched my dad and stepmom serve their country in the United States Air Force. I saw up close the sacrifices made by our brave service members, and it instilled in me a deep love and respect for the entire military community.

I'm now a USO Global Ambassador and have the privilege of meeting so many of our courageous service members. It's always an honor to hear their stories and personally thank them for their service and sacrifice. I often wish every American could meet these heroes and express their gratitude.

That's why I'm hoping you'll join me this Military Appreciation Month and say a heartfelt thank-you to all our soldiers. I'm helping the USO gather 150,000 signatures for their thank-you card — would you add your name next to mine? It's the best way to tell our military and their families we haven't forgotten them and appreciate them every day.

Growing up in the military, I know the power of a quick, genuine expression of thanks. I know how far that can go to boost morale and strengthen resiliency. It's the least we can do — to honor those who volunteer to keep us safe and free.

Your message of gratitude will mean the world to me, but it will be especially meaningful to those stationed around the world, far from their families. Your name on the card will remind these brave service members of the immense support they have from people across the country.

Will you sign our thank-you card today to help us start this special month off strong? Please, be one of the 150,000 people whose name our courageous heroes see as we celebrate Military Appreciation Month.

Together, let's send our military community a powerful message of thanks.

With gratitude,

Vanessa Lachey