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The price of FREEDOM and those that keep AMERICA STRONG.

Our Nation Symbolized in the Red, White & Blue

Old Glory Supported by the Flags of our Military & the Men/Women that honorably served/serve.

Observing Veterans (Week) Day November 2010

They Serve, They Served---We're Pleased to Honor Them

"As a veteran, I am most honored to have worn the uniform and humbled to have been allowed to serve my country".

I've listed on this page a few organizations that I can personally recommend to my listeners. I have a close connection to each of these organizations and know them well. Many of the founders have served or are family of those that served, are serving today or have fallen. These organizations are all about supporting our troops, active, veteran and/or the families. Remember: Each member of the United States Armed Forces has volunteered, willingly, to stand on your and my behalf. Some return unharmed, some not so and some return in flag draped coffins. But all should return to the vocal sounds of "thank you", to smiles of appreciation and to generous expressions of giving from grateful hearts. Give to those in need---until none need.

SOME OF MY FAVORITES---IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER (Click on any to learn more)

Blue Star Mothers of America
Locate a local chapter near you and join other moms who have children serving, or have served, honorably in the military. A non-profit organization serving our military children while promoting patriotism. This organization provides support for active duty military personnel, assists Veterans organizations and is ready to assist in homeland efforts to keep America strong.

Cell Phones for Soldiers
Donate your old cell phone - they will sell it and use the proceeds to purchase prepaid calling cards for deployed soldiers to call home. Just to be able to hear a loved one's voice can do wonders to dissipate the loneliness that many soldiers feel when they are far from home.

Computers For Soldiers
The photo of a new baby, it's first steps or first birthday cake, a graduation, a wedding or other special times, all make being away a bit more tolerable. This organization reconditions and rebuilds computers with up-to-date systems and sells them at affordable prices to military families.

Hugs Project (The)
Sending "HUGS" to every American serving in the Middle East. Packages of love from home filled with needed items, both domestic and strategic items for men and women. Members of this organization are in every state and an additional 49 foreign countries. Find an organization near you and get involved with giving of your time and needed items. Your freedom isn't granted, it is earned by their service.

Operation Homefront

Our military sons and daughters that are in combat theaters need to stay focused. This organization helps on the home front-- immediate family members that need a helping hand from time to time. Help those at home, while their family member(s) help to defend you and your home. (Select the State for chapter nearest you)

Packages From Home
Now you can help by sending care and comfort packages to deployed American military heroes who are stationed in active duty theaters around the world, as well as to facilitate activities that elevate morale of all veterans. Volunteer time, talent and give from the heart. Needs and Authorized items are listed as well as upcoming events.

Stand Down
They served, they protected their nation and they returned home. Today, many struggle, having lost their homes due to hardships, mental and physical illnesses and/or other issues. Freedom isn't free and we owe them more than a thank you. Support this organization and give to those that need---they are home---help them to live in one. Now you can help them to regain their independence.

Soldier of the Day
This site is dedicated to all military men and women in uniform, veterans and family members. Give a boost to someone you know that serves today, served before or stands and waits for others to return home. All deserve to know just how much you care. Don't take freedom for granted; they don't. Make it a special day--recognize someone. They ask for nothing, but we owe them so much.

Veteran Tickets Foundation
"Giving to those who Gave" Every day, in every city, there are events with empty seats that could be filled by those who served. Veteran Tickets Foundation is a group of veterans who have set about changing that. All veteran or active, these tickets are for you--you paid for them with your honorable service.

Wounded EOD Warrior Foundation
I urge you to consider this organization that is made up of special volunteers from all branches of our military. The Wounded EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) Warrior Foundation assists these warriors and their families, financially, during their healing and rehabilitation. Family members at their side---often times, that's the best medicine and lightens the therapy process. I encourage you to give till it hurts--THEY DID!

A REMINDER FROM RUDI:
Replace a tear of loneliness with a tear of joy on the face of a soldier, sailor, airman or marine. Let them know you care. Support these worthy causes. Donate money and volunteer your God-Given talents and time. GET INVOLVED! When it's about our military sons and daughters, don't be indifferent; donate and YOU will make a difference.

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