OUTDOOR MINI-GOLF FUNDRAISER--THIS SATURDAY! |
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Join us this Saturday, October 3rd for our mini-golf outing fundraiser!
This is a great opportunity to have some family fun outdoors in the fresh, autumn air while supporting the programs of OSOT-America! Tickets include 18 holes of mini-golf, lunch, goody bag, silent auction, and raffles!
If you would like to volunteer, CLICK HERE to sign up to volunteer! The shift is from 9:45 AM-1 PM. Lunch ticket included! This is an outdoor volunteer opportunity, so dress for the weather!
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Beat Our Executive Director and cook him after the 18th Hole!
See You There!
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SHOP AND DROP THIS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY!! |
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Stop by and grab a shopping list at Jewel-Osco in Naperville and shop for items we need to fill our holiday stockings for deployed troops! If you would like to volunteer, please CLICK HERE.
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MONTHLY GIVING
We recently developed a new program to make donating monthly easier called OSOT'S Angels. You can set up monthly donations for a specific amount to cover shipping costs for our Comfort and Care Package Program, or you can set up a different amount. You can do this through PayPal, by check or money order, or by credit card through our online form or call us with the information. Join OSOT's Angels and receive a special OSOT's Angels T-shirt after donating for three consecutive months! If you have any questions or need more information please call us at 630-971-1150.
$18 Each Month Ships 6 Boxes a Year!
$36 Each Month Covers the Shipping Cost of 1 Box Per Month (12 Boxes Over One Year)!
$72 Each Month Covers the Shipping Cost of 2 Care Packages Per Month (24 Per Year)!
$144 Ships 4 Boxes Per Month (48 Per Year)!
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Home Run Inn--Thursday, October 22
1280 W. Boughton Rd, Bolingbrook, 60440 from 11:00 AM-9:00 PM and 20% donated to OSOT-America, CLICK HERE for the flyer as you must show the image from your smartphone or the flyer for us to receive the proceeds!
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Chipotle--Wednesday, November 4th
1516 N. Naper Blvd, Naperville from 4:00 PM-8:00 PM and 33% will be donated to OSOT-America, CLICK HERE for the flyer as you must show the image from your smartphone or the flyer for us to receive the proceeds! Valid for in restaurant ordering and online orders with code QVEN98Y for pickup (delivery cannot be counted at this time).
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SHOP ONLINE FOR ITEMS NEEDED FOR COMFORT AND CARE PACKAGES--SHIPPING INCLUDED! |
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Our inventory is getting extremely low on some important items for our Comfort and Care Package Program and our friends at You Give Goods have set up a way to purchase items we need online, shipping is included and all items will be delivered to our warehouse. CLICK HERE for more info!
Items we are in need of:
--Letters and Cards to the Troops. These are one of the most valuable items because the letters and cards of support remind them how much they are appreciated and valued. If you are able to write letters and cards for us or can organize a group to help, please let us know!
CLICK HERE for the full list of products we need or call us at 630-971-1150.
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BLUE STAR FAMILIES WELCOME WEEK |
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Now through Friday, October 2nd, Blue Star Families we’re joining forces with local businesses and partners in Chapter locations across the country to safely and easily empower military families who recently PCS'd feel connected and welcomed to their local community. (If that’s you, we encourage you to update your contact info with us here !)
You can count on plenty of fun as we’ve planned special surprises, virtual events, giveaways, and gathered messages of welcome and appreciation to celebrate this special event!
Want to know what’s happening in your Blue Star Families Chapter location?
Or, are you looking to participate from wherever you may be on your journey?
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ITEMS NEEDED FOR OUR STOCKING PROGRAM! |
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We will be opening Santa's Workshop in October! Please consider donating some needed items for the stockings as last year we sent out 8,000 stockings! If you have any questions, please email us by CLICKING HERE or call us at 630-971-1150.
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UPCOMING SANTA'S WORKSHOP DATES |
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SANTA'S WORKSHOP:
Christmas Stocking Packing
Please note: advanced registration is required by using the above links.
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- Thursday, 10/8 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Saturday, 10/10 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Thursday, 10/15 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Saturday, 10/17 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Thursday, 10/22 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Saturday, 10/24 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Thursday, 10/29 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Saturday, 10/31 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Thursday, 11/5 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Saturday, 11/7 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Thursday, 11/12 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Saturday, 11/14 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Thursday, 11/19 from 9 AM-1 PM
- Saturday, 11/21 from 9 AM-1 PM
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Hello GI Yoga Friends!
We have a new schedule this week and going forward:
No class on Mondays, in person or Live. Monday nights are on hiatus.
Wednesday In Person and Live
Friday In Person only (for now)
Wednesday : 9:30 am to 10:30 am. Judd Kendall VFW 908 Jackson Ave, Naperville & Live on YouTube, CLICK HERE.
Fridays, at 10 AM-11 AM at the Medill Room at the Visitor's Center at Cantigny Park. Registration required, please CLICK HERE.
Free parking, just tell the gate attendant that you are there for GI Yoga.
And last but not least, our friend Nate, founder of Bo Yoga ( the yoga poles we love) is having free Qi Gong classes on Tuesdays in September. CLICK HERE for the email from him and directions on how to sign up (send him an email to rsvp and get the zoom invite by CLICKING HERE) They are free, he has a suggested donation.
Stay safe and Be Well,
Kate
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GIRL'S NIGHT OUT SHOPPING EVENT |
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MAKE A FINANCIAL DONATION |
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Please consider donating financially to help support our programs. |
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Dear Operation Support Our Troops,
Greetings, I am from the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Calvary Division, Fort Hood TX. I recently returned from a nine month rotation from Camp Buehring, Kuwait and wanted to personally thank you for the support you showed by sending your wonderful care packages.
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SCOTT MAXSON'S CONTACT INFO |
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We have experienced an increased level of interaction with veterans through our Veterans Assistance Program as well as our other programs regarding depression and suicidal thoughts. If you know a veteran that would be in need of help, please see the contact numbers you can share:
Military One Source
1-800-342-9647
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
1-800-273-8255
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CHARITY WATCHDOG RATINGS AND AWARDS |
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OSOT-America is proud to have top ratings from Charity Navigator, Great Nonprofits, and a Guidestar Platinum Award...and our newest award from Chamber 630 for the Best Not-For-Profit Charity. |
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Operation Support Our Troops-America
www.osotamerica.org
630-971-1150
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ROCKIN' FOR THE TROOPS 2020: Patriotic Tribute For America
MEDIA LINKS--2 Million Pounds of Comfort and Care 2019
CLICK HERE to watch Stacey Baca from ABC 7 Chicago at our warehouse.
MEDIA LINKS--Over The Edge Fundraiser 2019
CLICK HERE for the ABC-7 Chicago News segment with Stacey Baca
PHOTOGRAPHY LINKS--Over The Edge Fundraiser 2019
CLICK HERE for images from Friday's VIP/Media event.
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