Everyone,

I would like to encourage you to send your thanks to all our service members over the next few days by participating in the attached campaign. It's very simple. (see information below)

If you happen to be in the area this weekend, tune in to ABC's Capital Sunday show at 9:30 am on Sunday. Apparently I will be appearing, along with Frank Maresca, one of the owners of some of the 10 Moe's Southwest Grills that have graciously partnered with us this Holiday season to collect donations for our service members.

(Please keep in mind that TV adds 10 lbs., plus all the turkey we'll be enjoying on Thursday..lol :-)

Have a great Thanksgiving!

Sincerely,

Mary

Mary Hacker
Operation Pinecone
703-327-6628

WHO: America Supports You is a Department of Defense program that recognizes citizens' support for our military and their families, at home and abroad, and connects individuals and organizations who wish to directly support the troops and their families. ASY is launching a text messaging program called “Giving Thanks”.

WHAT: Giving Thanks is an interactive America Supports You program taking place during the Thanksgiving holiday to offer citizens an opportunity to say thank you to the men and women who serve this nation. Major mobile wireless providers, including AT&T, Verizon, Sprint Nextel, and T-Mobile, provide access to the America Supports You Text Message program.

WHEN: People can text a message of thanks to 8-9-2-7-9, beginning at 6am EST on Saturday, November 17, and ending at midnight, PDT on November 22, Thanksgiving Day.

WHY: The goal is for people to take a moment during the Thanksgiving holiday to think about those who are serving this nation, and act in a way that demonstrates they appreciate their sacrifices. Giving Thanks offers a unifying moment for the nation, during a time in which families traditionally come together and express gratitude for things large and small that contribute to their lives. The United States currently has brave military men and women serving in 177 countries. These troops and their families will be informed about how many people have texted in their thanks and will get to see many of the messages, reminding them that people back home do care.

HOW: On Thanksgiving Day America Supports You will tabulate the number of messages sent to the troops. The volume of text messages will serve as a reminder to our military that the folks back home are grateful for their service.

About America Supports You:
Since its formation three years ago, the America Supports You program has welcomed over 300 grassroots organizations and 35 corporate partners to its team. Many America Supports You team members support the troops through letter writing, care packages, helping the wounded when they return home, assisting military families, sending an email, or making a kind gesture—to learn more about how you can help please visit:

www.AmericaSupportsYou.mil