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Thanks for visiting the Support Our Soldiers Xmas Parcel Appeal 2008 fundraising page.  It's great to have your support. 

We're delighted that our Appeal is going ahead this year - with full permission from the Minsitry of Defence.

Each year since 2003 Support Our Soldiers have sent Christmas parcels to members of our Armed Forces serving in Iraq, Afghanistan and on other overseas operations. 

Last year, thanks to the overwhelming generosity of both individuals and companies alike, over 15,000 parcels were despatched. We hope that you'll join with us in making this year's Appeal another resounding success.

However, to avoid overwhelming the system we will be placing a limit on the number of parcels sent to 12,000.  It is very important to note that once this limit has been reached, any further donations, parcels or parcel fillers received will be used in alternative ways but still, of course,  for the benefit of our Servicemen and women or their families. 

This is our official announcement, as advised by the MOD –

"The MOD has made it clear that every single box donated to our Xmas Parcel Appeal, up to the limit stated,  each one a demonstration of the huge public generosity and support for our soldiers, will go overseas to a serving serviceman or woman. However, due to this fantastic support shown generally this year, the MOD has also had to reconsider how such mail is handled. The sheer volume of donations is causing difficulties with personal mail getting through and also impacting on the important supply chain. Representatives from SOS will be meeting with the MOD in the near future to discuss ways in which we can continue to support our soldiers in the New Year and beyond without creating such impacts."

Should you need any further information this can be found on our website -
http://www.supportoursoldiers.co.uk/xmasparcels2008homepage.html

We're also delighted to announce that for every parcel sent this Christmas, £1 will be donated to BLESMA so you'll be helping on a more permanent basis too.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to give: Support Our Soldiers gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

So please sponsor a parcel or two now and a show a British Serviceman or women that you're thinking about them!

Pictures of the parcels being received and thank you letters will be added in the New Year!

Very kind regards

Karen Webster
Founder
Support Our Soldiers
Registered charity number 1120684

God Bless you all thinking of you all at Christmas Donation by May McLarty 24/12/08  

I wish all of you a happy and safe Christmas. You are the pride and backbone of our great nation and the work you do is simply mindblowing . God bless Donation by Tim Perei 24/12/08  

Donation by Anon 24/12/08  

may your god keep you safe and may you shine a light upon the world Donation by tony lockyear 23/12/08  

Our brother is currently stationed in Basra so we know what you face day to day. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and God bless xx Donation by Dan, Janelle & Olivia Hicks 21/12/08  

Thank you and Merry Christmas to all the armed forces. You're not forgotten. Donation by Andrew Stokoe 19/12/08  

because of you all we can spend christmas with our familys kowing you are keeping us safe god bless you all safe home we're so proud of you all Donation by intermidate care team north b'ham 18/12/08  

Thank you for doing a very difficult job. Safe Home. Donation by Joy & Jim 18/12/08  

Thank you for everything you do for us. Happy Christmas! Donation by The Woods 16/12/08  

God bless you and may you all come home safe Donation by Rachel Watson 15/12/08  

Thank you. You won't be forgotten on Christmas Day - hope you are all home safe soon. Donation by Richard Hancher 15/12/08  

Donation by XXX 14/12/08  

People should not forget the sacrifices that our armed forces make on our behalf.Keep safe. Donation by Stephen Chambers 14/12/08  

heartfelt thanks to all our troops Donation by Cummings Family 14/12/08  

Keep safe. Enjoy Christmas in every way you can. Remember that you're in the thoughts of people back home. Donation by Catriona C 13/12/08  

Donation by Allan Jacobs 13/12/08  

You are never forgotten. We are so proud of your courage and skill. Donation by David W 13/12/08  

Merry Xmas to all of our brave lads and lasses away at the mo. Take care and keep safe Donation by Karen H 13/12/08  

Merry Christmas 2 you all and thank you for all your hard work. Donation by Elaine Ross & Mark Bradbury. 13/12/08  

It's the least I can do. Donation by Clare Curum 12/12/08  

Your efforts and sacrifices are greatly appreciated. Have a good Xmas and a safe New Year. Keep your heads down and thank you! Donation by The Ivalo family 12/12/08  

Thanks for all that you are doing, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep safe and have a good Christmas. Donation by Karen Donnelly 11/12/08  

Thinking of you keep safe and have a good Christmas and New Year Donation by Jane 11/12/08  

Seasonal Greetings and a big thank you to you all. You make us proud. Come home safe. Donation by Mike & Carole Jent 10/12/08  

Merry Christmas and happy New Year! Keep safe and hope you get to come home soon. Donation by Lorraine Benton 10/12/08  

Hope you can enjoy the festive season. We send our sincere thanks and good wishes to all of you. Take care, be safe, come home. Oxford Harley Members Donation by Andria & Eddie Fowler 10/12/08  

Have a happy Christmas and come home safe everyone. Donation by Emma Andrews 10/12/08  

Merry Christmas to our past students and their colleagues. You guys are awesome, keep up the good work! x Donation by Military Preparation College 09/12/08  

Come home safe & well Happy Christmas & God bless you all Donation by Linda Cannell 09/12/08  

Wishing you all a safe and happy Christmas Donation by Billy & Di Cooper 09/12/08  

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