Care Packages for Deployed Soldiers Needs Donations & Items to Send

Submitted by Betsy Otken Barnes

The ‘CARE PACKAGES SOLIDERS” program needs many small, individually packaged items to make a big impact on our deployed troops stationed all over the world. 

Five hundred pounds is the goal set by the Republican Women of Central (RWC) who are partnering with the Blue Star Moms of Louisiana to send care packages from Central. RWC Chairwoman of this Community Service project is Louise Rauls. This is a high goal, but one we can reach.

Collection of items and money for shipping is being accepted at four locations in Central from now until August 12. This donation drive will conclude at the upcoming “An Elegant Evening of Fashion” at Kristenwood in Central.

The RWC Community Service Committee Chairwoman is Louise Rauls.

Locations are: Central Academy, 9730 Joor Road, Central
Ross Tire, 14330 Greenwell Springs Road, Central
Bone Marketing/ABC Print Copy Scan, 12628 Hooper Road, Suite B, Central
Lockhart Insurance, 18571 Greenwell Springs Road, Central

ITEMS NEEDED FOR CARE PACKAGE must be SMALL SIZES in individual containers. Hotel ammenities make great donations, too!

PERSONAL ITEMS
Insect Repellent (Non-aerosol)
Medicated foot powder
Antibiotic or anti-itch ointment
Muscle pain ointment
Mouthwash, toothpaste, toothbrush
Deodorant (non aerosol)
Shaving cream & razors
Skin lotions & sunscreen (in tubes)
Eye Drops
Baby wipes
Q-tips
Hand sanitizer
shampoo
Bobdy wash/soap
Lip Balm

FOOD & SNACK ITEMS
Rice Krispy Treats
Energy Bars
Sunflower seeds/nuts
Popcorn, microwavable
Hot Chocolate
Powdered drink mixes for individual water bottles
Canned fruits (easy open containers)
Peanut butter (individual serving)
Fruit Roll-Ups
Granola Bars
Trail Mix
Cracker Jacks
Coffee/Tea
Powdered Gatorade
Canned chicken/tuna
Chewing gum/Candy
Beef Jerky (No Pork)

STATIONARY, BOOKS & MAGAZINES
Crossword Puzzles and similar games
Pencils & Pens
Small Notebooks

Cards, letters and notes of encouragement to our soliders would also be appreciated!

Please make sure everything is INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED, SMALL and easily packable in boxes for oversees shipping.

If you have questions or need more information, email republicanwomenatyahoo.com.

A complete list of items being collected and donation locations can also be found on RWC’s website at www.lfrw.org/republicanwomenofcentral and on the Facebook page for Republican Women of Central. Please share these sites with friends and family who may also want to contribute to this effort.

If you or someone you know would like to be added to the RWC email list and future events, donations to our deployed troops,  information about membership, sponsorship or questions, please contact [email protected].