All items donated should be NEW and preferably in the origi-nal manufacturer’s packaging unless otherwise noted.

Please avoid glass containers.Please avoid large “economy” sized items. Foodstuffs pack-

aged for individual portions and travel size toiletries are more convenient for our soldiers.

Resealable plastic containers are a plus.We cannot send alcohol, pork products, X-rated material or

pressurized items.

PLEASE NOTE:

WISHLIST

Yellow Ribbon Support Center4326 Mt. Carmel Tabasco Road

Cincinnati, OH 45244(513) 752-4310

(513) 403-0210 (cell)k_maupin@yahoo.com

www.yellowribbonsupportcenter.com

for your service!

CARE PACKAGESThe Yellow Ribbon Support Center (YRSC) continues its ongoing mission to send care packages to our military serving in harm’s way through the collection of personal items such as food and snack items, reading and entertainment materials and other miscellaneous materials. The YRSC has sent more than 25,000 packages to individual soldiers and remains dedicated to providing this needed and appreciated service.

All procurement costs, shipping charges, packaging supplies and provided materials, are obtained through direct donation by local and national businesses or individual contributions. Our ability to continue this effort relies entirely upon the generosity of citizens just like you. The size and scope of your donation is limited only by your personal ability and we genuinely appreciate every consideration sent through the center. All of us wish we could do more and we are ever mindful of the (sometimes) enormous volume of requests for contributions that you or your business may receive and we only ask for your support consideration for this grass roots effort to support these brave men and women.

Please understand that although the media may not be aggressively reminding citizens of the deployment of our troops to far away countries and regions, America’s warriors continue to serve, deploy, sacrifice and depend, upon the spirit of support that comes from home. Your material or monetary gift ensures that the Yellow Ribbon Support Center can continue our mission in support of these heroes.

Please check the Soldiers Wish List for items currently needed.

Donations are accepted at the center, packaged and sent to soldiers and their units deployed in harm’s way. The center relies on cash contributions to pay postage. Shipping costs are not subsidized.The Yellow Ribbon Support Center is staffed by dedicated, hard working volunteers. Visitors are invite to stop in, visit awhile and maybe even lend a helping hand.

ENTERTAINMENT:Current MagazinesGames (Hand Held, Electronic, Board)Playing Cards, Rule Book (according to Hoyle)Silly Putty, Yo-yo, Squirt GunsSports Equipment (new or gently used) (*Footballs, Baseballs, Soccer Balls, Basketballs, Table Tennis Equipment, Nerf® Toys)MP3 Players, DVDs, CDsPaperback BooksPuzzles (Crossword, Sudoku, Wordsearch)Writing Paper, Envelopes (no stamps)Pens, Markers, Colored Pencils, CrayonsComic Books, Coloring BooksMini Darts & Board or Basketball & HoopModel Car, Airplane Kits with glue, Paint & BrushesStress Relieving Toys

TASTE OF HOME:Beef Jerky, Slim Jim®CrackersMicrowave PopcornPeanut Butter (plastic containers only)Jelly (plastic squeezable containers)Sandwich SpreadsBreakfast Bars, Granola Bars, Energy BarsSnack CakesCookiesChips, PretzelsSunflower SeedsDried Fruit, Raisins, Craisins®NutsPop TartsPresweetened Powdered Drinks (Lemonade, Kool-Aid®, Hot Chocolate, Coffee, Tea)Easy Mac®Turkey, Tuna, Chicken (in re-sealable foil bags)Cup-a-Soup® (no pork)Velveeta® Cheese

SOLDIERS’ WISH LISTHEALTH & BEAUTY:White Cotton Socks (new)Baby Wipes, Cotton Wash ClothesDisposable Razors (two or more blades)Razor & RefillsShaving Cream (non pressurized)Shampoo & Conditioner (travel sizes)Body Wash, SoapLotionSanitary Napkins & TamponsDeodorantHand SanitizerFoot PowderBaby PowderToilet PaperShower Flip-FlopsChap-stick®, Lip BalmSun ScreenNail Clippers, Tweezers, FileComb & Pic (new)

MISCELLANEOUS:Small Stuff Toys*AT&T International Phone Cards (verify the card can be used FROM the Mideast TO the USA)Disposable CamerasZiploc® Storage Bags (all sizes)Flash LightsBatteries (all sizes)Small Fans, Mist FansSmall Microwavable Bowls* These should be small enough for soldiers to carry in their packs. Toys are shared with the local children.

PLEASE NOTE:• All items donated should be NEW and preferably in the original manufacturer’s packaging unless otherwise noted.• Please avoid glass containers. • Please avoid large “economy” sized items. Food items packaged for individual portions and travel size toiletries are more convenient. • Re-sealable plastic containers are a plus. • We cannot send alcohol, pork products, X-rated material or pres-surized items.