Supporting America's Troops in Combat
We get a lot of emails from troops concerning things they would like and things we have sent.
The following emails have been recieved from troops we have supported. Some info in some has been removed for privacy . FYI I had to ask what a corn hole tournament was and here is the reply
We get many many emails, unfortunately we do not have time to change them into pics to place them all on the our web site. We have started this page in hopes to get more on here by a simple copy and paste.
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Dear Jeff and Linda and all the helpers at US Troop Support,
THANK YOU !
We got the care packages and started passing them out and it was like Christmas all over again. You brought a lot of smiles to some very hungry Marines. Please keep them coming.
SSGT Davis
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US Troop Support Foundation, You all are awesome. We received Golf Clubs and balls from your group in TX and then Coffee , then snacks from Missouri. You all are the greatest ! We arean Army unit from Ft Collins Co serving in Afghanistan. Myself and my buddies felt like Christmas when we got these things. It sure is nice to see folks supporting us over here. This is my third tour and care packages bring a lot of smiles. Please keep them coming. We will send pictures as soon as we can.
SPC Hubert
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You are so awesome and we really appreciate you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Linda,
My time in Iraq is almost done. I appreciate everything you have sent to me and fellow soldiers. They just told me that July 1st is our cutoff for mail. (might be leaving a bit early). A huge thanks from all of us here.
Thanks so much
CPL Harrison
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Just wanted to take one last opportunity to say thank you for all you've
done for us over this past year on this deployment. We appreciate all
your prayers and support to our families during this time of separation.
Half of our group has now departed our location here, and the other half
is close behind. Everyone is real excited about seeing family and
friends once again.
Thanks again,
Carl Allen Stratton
EN CPT
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I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL oh thank you
SPC HILL
United States Army National Guard
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As you can see by the news we are pretty busy here in Afghan.
Please send our regards to the families and friends who support us.
Gy Recklies
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hey this is spc hill we just arrived in iraq yesterday and i recieved your
boxes we all say thank you so much this base in telafar doesnt
have grizzley so you are a life saver the number you sent is great
it will be plenty enough to last us the month untill the next shipment
thank you so much they enjoyed the DO and chapstick too that was
awesome thanks again
SPC HILL
Note: As of June 23rd President Obama signed a bill no longer allowing a company to donate any tobacco. So unless it is a donation by a person, we will no longer have it to send. Although we get many many requests for it !
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Miss Linda,
Is your son heading to Iraq? I know that most people that
were scheduled to head over here are being forwarded to Afghanistan. As of right now, we are all part of a Massive retrograde effort to get most of the Marines out of Iraq by the end of this year. What is Sgt. Perry's MOS, and where do you reckon he'll be stationed? Oh, and I forgot one thing ma'am... I recieved a package of
that Militec Lubricant. I had never heard of it before so I didn't know if it was authorized or not. I checked with the armorers and they told me that it was some of the best stuff you can put on a rifle and that "Hell Yes" it's authorized. Unfortunately, when they found out the word spread and the whole base here at Camp Korean Village got a hold of that stuff. I was glad to pass it out to everyone, we all used it during our BZO's and EMP ranges. It's amazing stuff! The guys were wondering if we could get a) a few more bottles of that stuff, and b) a bunch more of the stickers and possibly som t-shirts? We are all in 100% support of that stuff for sure! Thank you Miss Linda, and have an Outstanding day! |
Thank you for the great boxes that you sent put to my platoon.
Everyone was so excited when the stuff arrived :-) we got it all
passed out and distributed. You guys are so wonderful, and
I want you to know how much we appreciate you being there for us.
God bless you and God bless America
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Miss Linda,
My Name is Sgt. David Urekew, USMC, and I have received
a few boxes from you guys so far, and let me tell you, it has been a true uplift out here in this place to know that random people back home care about folks like us doing our duty out here. I fully expected to receive some things from close friends and family, however, you guys have superceded all my expectations with your generosity! I hate to be the kind of guy that is picky about a gift received, but the stuff you send me has been distributed amongst my junior Marines and they are asking if I have any control over what is getting sent. I told them of your letter and that I would write you with a few requests...
I received a box of Grizzly Wintergreen a few weeks back. I don't dip personally, however many of my Marines do and they have benefitted from that gift. A request they have made is for Grizzly Mint instead of the wintergreen, and then ofcourse anything Copenhagan is always appreciated.
The general consensus among the Marines is that Beef Jerky
is probably one of the most usable gifts out here. We go outside the wire on on quite a few missions and sometimes miss the chow hall hours because of it. A great snack to tide us over is the Jerky. As for other things, those little packets of Crystal-Lite
looking drink flavorers are always good... That way I can ensure my Marines are drinking water rather then some of the other stuff that's available to them. We do not need any more Baby wipes as far as I know,
but hand sanitizer is always a plus. Oh, and believe it or not, the Marines are generally tired of candy as well! But any kind of food that would keep us from eating MRE's would be awesome. Things Like Power Bars, Nutrigrain Bars, and other types of packaged snacks would be much enjoyed. Miss Linda, I can't tell you how thankful we all are
for your organizations caring and hospitality. It means the world to all of us! As for when we ar leaving, we are scheduled to leave late November, but if anything changes with that, I will let you know immediately! Semper Fidelis
Sgt. David Urekew
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Linda,
today!!!!! The guys scarfed up the
dip like it was gold in a box!!!!! and then we opened the Coke
refrigerator!!!!!! How awesome. Thank you so much for taking
care of us! We now can have cold water!!!!!! YES.......
great foundation does for us....
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Hello there, i know it has been awhile since i wrote. I apologize. Me and
a few others are getting ready to leave this place here soon. So happy
to be getting ready to come home. Thank you for all of your support.
I and the rest of ammo appreciate it so much. May God richly bless you
and your families. Lots of love, Lcpl Bledsoe Stephanie
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Linda,
The time has come for us to start heading home. I personally want
Thank you and your team; and all the hard work and devotion you given
in taking care of us.It is with that in mind that I must tell you that
HHB 1-158 Field Artillery, 45th FiB has a little over a week left here
in country!!!!
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Just in case you thought Iraq had become boring !!!!!
Check out my new blog on last nights excitement...
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here is one pic of us playing with the golf clubs i will send more later
Note : This is in reference to a 12 volt cooler we sent
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Mrs. Relitz,
I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the care
packages of smokeless tobacco. It is hard to get at the small camp we
are at and a lot of us prefer the brands you sent. I personally have
been using grizzly products since they came out. It was very much
appreciated. All the Soldiers were excited to include myself and just so
happened the packages arrived on my birthday and could not have received
a better gift. I appreciate the service you do for the military. People
like yourself make the days easier and more durable especially knowing
we have support from people like yourself. Once again Thank You from the
bottom of my heart.
Thank You
V/R
Travis Evans
This request was recieved on Nov 29th
Ms Linda,
We know tobacco is not good for us, but a lot of the guys in my unit really would like some. We have about 150 guys in our unit that use Grizzly Straight and Skoal Straight, and a few that smoke Marlboro. Is there any chance maybe you could send us some for Christmas? We just got the star bucks VIA and you are awesome !
Thanks for supporting us !
V/R
LCPL Dobbs
Oct 09
We just got this list from a unit that recently deployed to Afghanistan . Due to the Defense Budget not getting signed fast enough, the money was not there for all of their equipment needs.
They are in need of the following items. As these are donated we will keep the numbers updated.
| ITEM NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | QTY REQUESTED | |
| 100610111 | OVERER ARMOR VEST | 10 | x 169.95 |
| 100820111 | EXTENDER PANEL | 10 | x 34.95 |
| 100510111 | MOUT RIG | 220 | x 119.95 |
| 100170111 | X-2 | 20 | x 19.95 |
| 100170211 | X-4 | 20 | x $24.95 |
| 100170311 | X-6 | 20 | x $29.95 |
| 100890111 | CQB 6 MAG | 110 | x $79.95 |
| 100670111 | CQB 3 MAG | 110 | x 49.95 |
| 100590111 | SAW POUCH | 60 | x 39.95 |
| 100550111 | DUMP POUCH | 215 | x44.95 |
| 100560111 | 40MM POUCH | 60 | x 44.95 |
| 100620111 | DOUBLE GRENADE | 220 | x 39.95 |
| 100770111 | 12 ROUND SHOTSHELL | 20 | x 44.95 |
| 100500211 | M9 POUCH | 30 | x 29.95 |
| 100030111 | FRONTAL ASSAULT | 10 | x 21.95 |
| 100600111 | OP-ORDER LOG | 220 | x 39.95 |
| 100830111 | PUP | 220 | x49.95 |
| 100540111 | DROP LEG MOD | 220 | x 49.95 |
| 101020111 | GUN BELT SM | 150 | x59.95 |
| 101020211 | GUN BELT REG | 75 | x 59.95 |
| 100410202 | RIGGERS BELT LG | 2 | x 44.95 |
| 100410311 | RIGGERS BELT XLG | 1 | X 44.95 |
| 100160111 | MULTI-LIGHT SHEATH | 220 | x 24.95 |
| MPH 9MM RH | 20 | na | |
| MPH 9MM LH | 5 | na | |
| VAPOR HOLSTER 9MM RH | 25 | na | |
| VAPOR HOLSTER 9MM LH | 5 | na | |
| 100300111 | MASTER BLASTER SLING | 20 | x 32.95 |
| 100280111 | THE PACK | 10 | x 199.95 |
| 100180111 | PACK-RAT | 10 | x 219.95 |
| 100020211 | DRY CELL M/D | 220 | x 32.95 |
| 100120111 | S. SUPER SHEATH | 220 | na |
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BDS TacticalMission armbands
available through BDS at $20 each and the need is for 220 of them. BDS has offered us a discounted price of $17 each |
Recently we have had a lot of requests for 12 volt coolers ( the ones that can keep things cold or hot) so they can have Cold water to drink or warm coffee... We managed to get some and send them and here are emails on them as well as emails just thanking USTSF for support. We also have many email requests here we are still trying to fill !!!
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Request not filled yet !!!!
One of our Marine units in Afganistan is begging for 220 of the following 2 items. We have contacted both BDS and Sure Fire and cannot get discounts or donations of them. We are reaching out to you! If you could purchase even one of these for this unit, it would be appreciated !
BDS Tactical Mission arm band cost $20 eachThe other item is
6 LED or 7 Led HEADLAMPS
These can be purchased at your local Walmart or Home Depot for under $20.
We still need 131 of these.
We understand that these are not cheap items. However these items can help save our troops lives!
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oh my i love the cooler thank you so much its freakin awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Linda,
The time has come for us to start heading home. I personally want Thank you and your team; and all the hard work and devotion you given
in taking care of us.
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Just in case you thought Iraq had become boring !!!!! Check out my new blog on last nights excitement...
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Hello there, i know it has been awhile since i wrote. I apologize. Me and a few others are getting ready to leave this place here soon. So happy to be getting ready to come home. Thank you for all of your support. I and the rest of ammo appreciate it so much. May God richly bless you and your families.
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Thank you so much, from myself an my Marines, for everything that you've sent and the support you've shown us. You and your Organization are the Epitome of the true-blooded American Patriots. Thanks from All of us!!!
Mrs. Relitz,
I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the care
packages . It is hard to get some of this at the small camp we
are at and a lot of us prefer the brands you sent. It was very much
appreciated. All the Soldiers were excited to include myself and just so
happened the packages arrived on my birthday and could not have received a better gift. I appreciate the service you do for the military. People like yourself make the days easier and more durable especially knowing we have support from people like yourself. Once again Thank You from the bottom of my heart.
Thank You
V/R
Travis Evans
SFC, USA
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hey its hill we recieved the golf clubs today and of course we had to try them out my next email will contain pics for ya so you can put them on your website or whatever you want we also recieved out "personal hygiene" boxes today thank you SO MUCH your a life saver i love you lol you put your neck on the line but thank you we owe ya one well i thought i woule let you know we got them today i had like 12 boxed come for me today lol i had to do like 40 push ups for the major to get them cause he unloaded them into our CP lol but it was well worth it im going to try to get him in some pics playing with the clubs lol well ttys thanks again oh i got that email too and i can see why the governemnt would take the pic out lol ttys
SPC HILL
United States Army National Guard
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Request!!!!!!!
Dear USTSF, We are in Afghanistan with the US Army.
We go out in the field a lot and play security for the farmers. It gets pretty boring at times and we were hoping you could maybe send us a guitair. If possible we would really thank you.
Respectfully
As of Nov 29th , 2009 this request has not been filled!
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Dear Linda and USTSF You all are awesome! Thanks for all your support. Me and my squad love you all !
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Dear US TROOP SUPPORT, We received the 12 volt cooler you all sent. WOW YOU ALL ARE AWESOME ! It amazes us how people we dont know would support us so well. Thank You all !
Sgt R
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We got the 12 v cooler along with snack items and thank you so much ! You all are the greatest !
SFC Vasquez
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CPL Boore
If you have any questions about a
donation or a request for a donation, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO EMAIL OR CALL US TROOP SUPPORT at 816-224-4729 and ask.
This is for your protection as well as ours!
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You may donate on line by going to the bottom of any of our web pages and clicking on the donation link!
You may contact US TROOP SUPPORT FOUNDATION by email at
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or by phone at 816-224-4729
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