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Of all the items included in these packages, the most cherished are the personal letters of appreciation!\u003Cbr>Our goal is to include several letters and colorful drawings in every Care Package and tell our heroes “WE CARE!”\u003Cbr>Writing a letter is a meaningful way for Americans to show support for all who serve. It only takes five minutes of your day, but will bring lasting joy to the recipients. |  |\n|  |  |  |\n|  |  |  |\n|  | Don’t know where to start?\u003Cbr>􀁸 Start with a salutation, such as “Dear Hero” or “Dear Brave One”\u003Cbr>􀁸 You can write to a: Deployed Troop, Veteran, New Recruit, First Responder, Wounded Warrior\u003Cbr>􀁸 Note: A Deployed Troop is currently overseas in harm’s way. A Veteran has served our country in the past. A New Recruit just completed Boot Camp and has sworn to serve for the next 4+ years. A First Responder serves as a firefighter, a paramedic or in law enforcement. A Wounded Warrior was injured in combat. All deserve to be thanked for their commitment & bravery\u003Cbr>􀁸 Express your thanks for their selfless service\u003Cbr>􀁸 Avoid politics completely and religion in excess; however, saying you pray for them, is wonderful\u003Cbr>􀁸 Share a little about yourself: Family, Hobbies, Work, School, Pets, Travel\u003Cbr>􀁸 Talk about life & interests: Sports, Weather, Music, Movies, Food, Books\u003Cbr>􀁸 Adults: Include your contact information (mail or email) so the letter/package recipient can reply. Children: FIRST NAMES ONLY and no addresses please\u003Cbr>􀁸 Still can’t find the words? Consider drawing or painting a picture instead- Please avoid glitter! |  |\n|  |  |  |\n|  |  |  |\n|  |  |  |\n|  |  |  |\n|  |  |  |\n|  |  |  |\n|  |  |  |\n|  | Put all loose artwork and letters/cards in a large envelope or box,(*Please, NO INDIVIDUAL ENVELOPES)\u003Cbr>and ship to:\u003Cbr>OPERATION GRATITUDE\u003Cbr>21100 Lassen Street\u003Cbr>Chatsworth, CA 91311\u003Cbr>*Please download, fill out and include a Donation Form in each large envelope/box. (Form is on our website (Send Deployed Troops/Wounded Warriors/Veterans /New Recruits/First Responders letters separately & label)\u003Cbr>For more information visit us on the web [at](at www.OperationGratitude.com)[ ](at www.OperationGratitude.com)[www.Op](at www.OperationGratitude.com)[erationGratitude.com](at www.OperationGratitude.com)[ ](at www.OperationGratitude.com)on Facebook [at](at www.facebook.com/OperationGratitude)[ ](at www.facebook.com/OperationGratitude)[www.facebook.com/OperationGratitude](at www.facebook.com/OperationGratitude)\u003Cbr>or send an email to [Info@operationgratitude.com](Info@operationgratitude.com) |  |\n|  |  |  |\n| |  |  |","cbCaipnwolKN1iD5","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaipnwolKN1iD5","pdf",656120,"English","# Write a Letter\n## Who to Write To\n## What to Include and Avoid\n## Submission and Mailing Instructions","[{\"question\":\"What should I write in an Operation Gratitude appreciation letter?\",\"answer\":\"Use a respectful salutation, express thanks for selfless service, and briefly share details about yourself such as family, hobbies, work, school, pets, or interests. 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