The November 6th deadline is quickly approaching if you wish to participate in Congressman Jerry McNerney’s “Holiday Cards for our Troops” program.
In previous years, the Congressman’s district offices collected more than 8,000 cards from the community with personal messages of gratitude and hope for our men and women in uniform. Rep. McNerney is again inviting constituents to submit cards to his district offices that will be delivered to troops at home and overseas during the upcoming holiday season.
“Our service men and women make tremendous sacrifices for our country throughout the year, and oftentimes the holiday season can be difficult for those stationed away from home,” said Rep. McNerney. “This holiday card program provides an opportunity for the community to express their gratitude and thank our troops for their service and all that they do to keep us safe. Many service members have told me that these cards, with their messages of encouragement and support, help boost morale when they cannot be home with their families and friends during the holiday season.”
The holiday cards will be sent to troops stationed overseas in packages organized by the Contra Costa Blue Star Moms, East Bay Blue Star Moms, and A Million Thanks.
To participate in the program, make or purchase a holiday card and write a message of thanks to a service member. Cards must be delivered to Rep. McNerney’s office in Stockton or Antioch by Friday, Nov. 6, 2015. Cards should remain unaddressed and inside unsealed envelopes.
Holiday 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 inside an unsealed envelope
Below are the addresses of Rep. McNerney’s offices where cards can be dropped off.
Stockton
2222 Grand Canal Blvd., Suite 7
Stockton, CA 95207
(209) 476-8552
Antioch
4703 Lone Tree Way
Antioch, CA 94531
(925) 754-0716
