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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

You are always in our minds as our bravest and finest, here a little Christmas cheer from us. Keep smiling and thank you for all that you do. Donation by Thomas Family 02/10/08  

All the best wishes... Donation by Thierry 02/10/08  

My brother is in the army so I know what our lads and girls are going through at xmas. Hope this gives you some cheer. Keep chins up and good work Donation by Henning Family 02/10/08  

Donation by FrankC 02/10/08  

Have a merry Christmas. Thank you for all you are doing for Britain Donation by Elaine Shanks 02/10/08  

With very best wishes Donation by Gary Shaw 02/10/08  

Best wishes lads! Keep up the good work and get home safe. Donation by Richard Gillett 02/10/08  

Donation by anonymous 02/10/08  

Thanks to you all. We appreciate all you do for us. Donation by Blanche family 02/10/08  

Every little helps. Keep safe. Proud to be British. Donation by Kathryn Williams 02/10/08  

Ignore the PC police - we're proud of u Donation by Joe Champion 02/10/08  

best wishes to you all and come home safe xx Donation by Howie 02/10/08  

Merry Christmas to you all! I know NuLabour are a complete waste of time and space but there's still plenty of British people who are proud of you! Donation by David Matthews 02/10/08  

Donation by James B-S 02/10/08  

Donation by Kate Champion 02/10/08  

A very Merry Christmas to all of you and best wishes for a joyful reunion with your loved ones when the tour's over ! Donation by The Roberts Family Bromsgrove 02/10/08  

Wishing you all a safe and Happy Xmas. The pride of Britain. Thank you. Donation by Rose 02/10/08  

You help make Britain great. Putting your lives at risk for the sake of others is admirable. Ignore the politics back home, we are proud of you all. Donation by Asprey 02/10/08  

Donation by Suzie 02/10/08  

I just hope this makes somones Christmas away from home a bit happier. Donation by Jason 02/10/08  

Just want to thank you all for all you do for us .Happy Christmas and here's to a safe and healthy 2009 Donation by Chicken 02/10/08  

Donation by Mr and Mrs Weston 02/10/08  

Donation by Garvey & family 02/10/08  

A big thank you to all you great guys out there. Donation by Veronica Veitch 02/10/08  

Wishing you all a safe and cheery Chritmas,hope you get home soon, safe and sound. Kareen. From Fife. Donation by Kareen 02/10/08  

Donation by pat 02/10/08  

Donation by Colin Hacker 30/09/08  

Enough for 2 parcels, with love x Donation by Helen Taylor 29/09/08  

Sorry its not much Donation by Tessa Lacey 20/09/08  

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* Total raised online: £9,134.25
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