Congressman McNerney Announces Launch of 2014 "Holiday Cards For Our Troops Program"
Press Release
Today, Congressman Jerry McNerney (CA-09) announced the start of his annual "Holiday Cards for Our Troops" program. Last year, the office collected more than 8,000 cards from the community with personal messages of gratitude to our men and women in uniform. Congressman McNerney again invites people to submit cards at either of his district offices to be distributed to troops at home and overseas.
"The holiday season can be a difficult time of year for the men and women who serve our country," Rep. McNerney said. "Being away from home and missing friends and family during the holidays is an incredible sacrifice. I know from talking with our service men and women that thoughtful words of encouragement and support from our community can make a huge difference in boosting their morale."
The cards will be sent to troops stationed overseas in packages organized by the Contra Costa Blue Star Moms, East Bay Blue Star Moms, Mid-Cal Blue Star Moms, and A Million Thanks.
To participate in the program, make or purchase a holiday card and write a message of thanks inside to a service member, and deliver the card to Rep. McNerney's office in Stockton or Antioch by Friday, Nov. 14, 2014. Cards should remain unaddressed and unsealed envelopes.
Card Guidelines:
Make sure to sign your card
Use salutations such as "Dear Service Member." Cards addressed to specific individuals cannot be delivered through this program
Do not include inserts such as photographs, confetti, or glitter
Cards should not have an address and should remain unsealed
Below are the addresses of Rep. McNerney's offices. You can drop off cards at either office.
Stockton
2222 Grand Canal Blvd., Suite 7
Stockton, CA 95207
(209) 476-8552
Antioch
4703 Lone Tree Way
Antioch, CA 94531
(925) 754-0716
On Saturday, November 8th from 12pm to 2pm, Congressman McNerney and his staff will host a holiday card signing party at his Stockton office, where cards will be provided for those who attend. Cards may also be dropped off at the event.
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