President joins Coast Guardsmen in USO operation

Coast Guard Magazine, Jan, 2005

WASHINGTON D.C., Dec. 8 -- Coast Guardsmen from the Washington D.C. area joined other servicemembers and civilians to stuff care packages for overseas troops in support of Operation United Service Organizations Care Package.

The volunteers were surprised when President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush joined in their efforts.

The USO called upon individuals around the world to support the troops through these care packages. The packages are delivered to members of the U.S. Armed Forces deployed around the world to let them know they have not been forgotten from Americans at home.

A $25 donation allows individuals to sponsor a care package. Packages include a personal message to servicemen overseas. These USO Care Packages include items such as pre-paid worldwide telephone cards, sunscreen, travel size toiletries and a disposable camera. To learn how you can sponsor a care package visit www.usocares.com.

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