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Adopt a Soldier, Sailor, Airman or Marine - See below for more information.
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Join a Soldiers' Angels Team - If you want to dig deep into the Soldiers' Angels mission, we invite you to join one of our many teams or programs. The 20+ teams of Soldiers' Angels specialize in filling specific servicemember and family needs. You can get involved in sending handmade blankets to the wounded, supporting our military chaplains, helping soldiers distribute toys and clothing to children in Iraq and Afghanistan, and much, much more! To find a team that fits your interests, please see the complete list in the center of our homepage.
Adopt a Soldier, Sailor, Airman or Marine
Sure you might not be here on the front line, covered in filth, smelling like hell, your heart going a mile a minute, not knowing what's coming next: if your next step is on that TRP, or if your going to be the latest recruiting tool for some insurgent's new video while they take pot shots at you. But, what you all do with those cards, care packages, cookies is just as important...
When I get a box (or anyone else gets a box) its hard to describe. You find a nice quiet corner and everyone knows not to bother you. You sit there and look over the box as if you had never seen anything like it before. You read who it's from, and a smile crosses your face--you recognize the name. You might already know what's inside, but it does not matter. Some tear it open as fast as they can, others take their time and enjoy every second of it. Once inside, you go through it, every little item once, twice, sometimes three times. It's a very delicate process. You breathe it in and you think of the person who sent it to you. You think of home, family, cars, summer--everything all at once. And for a very short time, you are there away from this SH*T hole. You are grateful. Then you look around and there's always a buddy who is down or having a bad day. You share your box--sometimes just with the one guy, sometimes with everyone--and it's electric. Everyone catches that feeling, and we start talking about home, about things we miss, things we are going to do when we get back, and the heaviness of the day lifts and it's not so bad.
...It's not the "things" that are sent that matter to us, it's the thought. That's the power ALL of you have who take the time to send things. You can change the worst day into the best day, in a split second. - MP in Iraq
The length of each adoption depends on the branch of service your soldier is in and a number of other factors, but generally averages between six (6) months to twelve (12) months. On occasion, they can be extended, but this is the average. When you adopt you are committing to sending a card or letter each week, and a minimum of 1 or 2 care packages a month. This is one of the most important things that can be done to help bring home a healthy hero; it is so very important for each of them to know they are loved and supported, and your letters and care packages prove just that.
Care packages do not have to be expensive: you can put together your own (we have a detailed list of the most-requested items for you--snacks, hygiene products, and games or magazines). We have also have some exciting themed care packages in the Angel Store (they are sold at cost and shipped directly to your soldier, complete with a personal note from you).
Important: This is a serious job for serious people. This is not a dating service, and we do not tolerate improper or inappropriate behavior. Our soldiers need us and the last thing we want to do is cause any additional stress in their lives or the lives of their families.
Every application to adopt a soldier or join a team/program is reviewed by our adoptions unit. We conduct an identity verification process on each applicant before a soldier is matched to you or you are assigned to a team/program. This process can take a few days to complete, as our team contacts each applicant by phone and/or email as part of this process. This process is important and we take it seriously. In an effort to speed things up (we know you are excited to get going!!!), we offer Instant Approval through PayPal. By making a donation of $1, $5 or whatever your heart is telling you, we can rely on PayPal's own internal verification system, which is quite extensive. Or, if you do not have a PayPal account and would rather not go through that process, you can simply use your credit card through PayPal, which also includes a verification process. If you would like to take advantage of this instant verification process, simply click on the following button:
Please Note: A donation is not required to join Soldiers' Angels or to adopt a soldier. The instant approval process through PayPal simply provides an expedited process for those who wish to take advantage of it. Please do not feel obligated to do so. As with all donations to Soldiers' Angels, your donation is tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax adviser for further information.
For more information about adopting a soldier, please see our Frequently Asked (adoption) Questions, or email Kathy Silveira.
Application
Please be sure you have first read and understood the information about adoption above. Every field below must be filled out completely, or application will not be processed. Applicants must be 18 years old or older OR must have a parent fill out this form. Please see our privacy policy here.
We thank you for your interest in Soldiers Angels and its mission. Remember, even if you never hear from your soldier you are making a huge difference with everything you mail!
"About 30 min ago I received this package from your organization and I wanted to say thank you for all you do from each and everyone of us.... Its always good to hear of all the support and all the folks who spend their time just to write or send care packages, I know I'm grateful for each and every one of you.
As for me, ... I am single dad, 35 from Alabama. This is currently my 3rd deployment here and I have many months left. I've been in the Army now about 10 years.... Most of all I love my kids and my job. I also love the all the great folks back home who support us each and everyday. So thank you once again for all you guys do... again thank you. ~till then your friend BILLY"
"I am currently stationed in Baghdad, Iraq. I just wanted to take the time and thank you all for the incredible job you do and for having a truly, first-rate organization. The people that have contacted me, because of your program, have truly made a difference in the deployment. There is no price that could ever be put on what your volunteers and your organization do to lift the morale of Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and Marines all over the world. You truly make it a pleasure for us to serve the GREATEST people of the GREATEST nation on Earth. Thanks again for everything. See you back in the States soon." ~SFC B