USO Supporter,

It has been one year since the conflict in Ukraine escalated with Russia’s invasion. Many have lost their lives and been displaced from their homes as the war continues with no end in sight.

This past year has been extraordinarily difficult for our service members, too — from immediate deployments to Eastern Europe to aid NATO allies to facing freezing temperatures and missing holidays with loved ones while deployed. Our troops have shown nothing but selflessness and courage in the face of this uncertainty and isolation. In the midst of this crisis, American troops continue to support our allies and answer the call to serve.

And the USO is proud to support American service members in Eastern Europe every step of the way. There has been an extraordinary effort from this community — and it’s all meant that we’ve been able to deliver:

• 366 books read between service members and their families via the USO Reading Program
• 800 Programs In A Box
• 33,000 Care Packages
• 962 Field Programs
• Support to over 240,000 service members

As the future of our troops stationed in the region remains unpredictable, we’re committed to supporting them as long as they need.

And our commitment is only possible because of support from patriots like you. That’s why I want to thank you for being there for our service members through this past year, before that, and beyond. In addition to providing resources they urgently need, your support helps show them that the American people value and appreciate their immense sacrifices.

Thanks for being there for our troops — especially during times of crisis.

Alan Reyes
Chief Operating Officer, USO