Adopt a Soldier

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Step 1: Fill in your name and email.
Step 2: Choose a soldier to adopt by clicking the button next to his or her name.
Step 3: At the bottom of the page click “Adopt a Soldier”
Step 4: Wait for an email with the Soldier’s mailing information before you start gathering items (about 24 to 48 hours)
Step 5: Gather items and ship to the grateful Soldier check here for shipping tips from the US Postal Service)

You’ll be taken to a confirmation page and you’ll also receive an e-mail with your soldier’s mailing information within 24 to 48 hours.  Please don’t collect items for a soldier until you receive their address via email. Soldier information is posted as it was submitted to us.

Your Full Name:
Your Email Address:

Please Select a Soldier: IF YOU KNOW OF SOMEONE SERVING IN THE UNITED STATES MILITARY THAT WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE A CARE PACKAGE, PLEASE SUBMIT THEIR NAME.

Soldier’s Name Information & Items Needed
Jay J. Jay loves UFC and Mixed Martial Arts videos. He also likes the seasons of the TV series Super Natural. He’d also enjoy receiving snacks and canned goods.
Sam F. Sam is a Major and is on his 3rd deployment as the Executive Officer for the Missouri National Guard Agri-Business Development Team in Afghanistan. He is on a team of 52 soldiers who work in over 20 Provinces in Afghanistan. I would like to submit the entire team. Anything sent to my husband will be distributed to the entire team.
Craig L. Craig is a 43 year old male with a family of 3. He loves to cook and would enjoy receiving items like spices, food and jerky. He would also enjoy letters and cards to keep him occupied.
Douglas C. In the 7 months Douglas has been stationed in Afghanistan, he has earned the Army Commendation Medal and the Joint Forces Commendation Medal. He would enjoy receiving things like candy, snacks and DVD’s.
Gerald M. Gerald was just re-deployed and will be away from his wife & 2 little boys this holiday season. He would enjoy receiving things like beef jerky, Amazon.com gift cards, muscle milk, disposable razors, gum, sunblock, car magazines and quarters.
Michael J. Michael (Mikey as we like to call him) is currently deployed in Afghanistan. Recently, Mickey’s barricks were just attacked and they lost some members of their platoon, fortunately he was on leave when that attack took place, but he is still suffering the heartache of losing his fellow soldiers. He would enjoy receiving items like DVD’s, toiletries, imperishable food, video game magazines, encouraging letters.
Jonathon C. Jonathon is currently deployed to Afghanistan as a medic. He is 33 years old, and joined the Army 5 years ago. He has spent more than half of that time overseas. He would really appreciate popcorn, movies and snacks.
You are responsible for the cost of shipping your packages.
We value the privacy of you and the soldier.

17 Comments


  1. Gaylene

    July 1, 2008 2:04 pm

    I have heard Uncle Scotty talk about this program. I am very proud to be an American. I pray daily for the U.S. soldiers all over the world. I thank them for their sacrifices they make for all Americans to be able to live in this wonderful and free USA. God bless them.

  2. kathy millsap

    November 22, 2008 1:56 pm

    I’m looking forward to sending things to Russell or someone who will have no family.

  3. Melissa

    November 30, 2008 6:39 pm

    My daughter and I heard about this program last year and we adopted someone and we really enjoyed getting things together for him to enjoy while he was away from home. We are doing it again this year. I’m glad Scotty and Carissa has put this together and I hope it’s a major success!!!

  4. Theresa Wilson

    December 12, 2008 5:33 pm

    My son Thomas is currently serving in Iraq. His wife and daughter are in Germany. I would like to thank all of you that taken the time to adopt a soldier. Without our men and women who are serving in the armed forces, we would not have the freedom that we have and enjoy everyday. God bless those who have given the ultimate price for our country and bless those who are currently serving. You are praised and loved. Take it from a mother who knows. Thank you to Scotty and Carissa for starting this program. God bless the USA and all of you.

  5. Zinda Cody

    December 18, 2008 12:58 pm

    Our department adopted 4 soldiers this year. We were able to send them each a huge box of goodies for the holidays. I want to thank Scotty and Carissa for having this program available so we can help lift the spirits of our men and women who are fighting for our freedoms here in the USA.

  6. chris

    December 3, 2009 9:06 am

    Our va department is proud to sponsor a soldier and hopefully send enough to share with the troop

  7. Charlene

    January 13, 2010 12:39 am

    Would just like to thank everyone who sent Clark care packages.. He really enjoyed them.

  8. Brenda

    December 16, 2010 7:29 am

    This is the first year for me to participate in this program. I even got my neighbor to adopt a soldier! It made me feel really great to be able to do something for the troops that put their lives on the line everyday for us! I pray for their safe return everyday. God Bless them all.

  9. Lori Twenter

    February 14, 2011 10:16 am

    I am the mother of two Marines who were deployed this past Christmas. I put my sons names on your Adopt a Solider web page. I would like to thank all who have sent care packages to my sons. They were totally surprised by the number of packages they received. My youngest son who was in Afghanistan told me of a package he received with two big tubs of twizzlers and to rolls of chew. The Marines in his unit were very good at sharing the contents of their packages, so you not only sent him a package you sent it to all in his unit. It is nice to know that there are people out there that care enough to send packages to these young men and women who put their lives in danger everyday for our freedoms. Thank you again and God Bless.

  10. kayla

    March 6, 2011 10:59 pm

    i just want to thank the kind and generous people who sent my hubby packages he was ryan s. it was very much appreciated and he enjoyed all of it and i want to thank scotty and carissa for running this program because alot of soldiers overseas especially single soldiers go a full deployment with out one package and i know it means alot just to recieve anything a card a phone card etc.. so thank you and thank you US soldiers for all that you do to protect and honor our country and risk your lives thank you and your prayers are in my heart. god bless you all.

  11. Robin Richardson

    November 8, 2011 11:45 am

    Hi. SO glad to hear about this Adopt A Soldier Program. I work at Schneider Electric in Columbia and each year we adopt several soldiers. Employees donate to the large box for 3-4 weeks, then we divide it up and ship it out, Schneider picks up the postage. Great to find local soldiers to adopt. This is a GREAT program. Thanks very much.

  12. Melissa

    December 1, 2011 9:59 am

    I am very excited to take part in this wonderful gift of giving. My student staff and I have decided this would be a perfect way to show our thanks and appreciation for the many sacrifices they make!

  13. Tracy

    December 5, 2011 11:58 am

    I was on here last week looking at the list of names of soldiers to be adopted and saw a name that really cought my eye. His name is Alexander J. I told my church about him and they loved the idea of adopting him for the holidays. But now I cant seem to find his name on the list. does that mean that hes been adopted already or am i just looking in the wrong place?

  14. Diana

    December 9, 2011 7:48 am

    Thank you and Truman’s for sponsoring this awesome program. Our office collected items for a few days and ended up sending six boxes of goodies to one of the soldiers. He wanted to share with his entire platoon; we were so happy to hopefully put a smile on their faces and let them know we appreciate the sacrifices they and their families are making for us. Hope all are home safe and sound very soon.

  15. Loretta

    December 20, 2011 8:34 am

    I would like to send cards or letters to those that don’t get any correspondence. Not sure how to go about it. Help, please?

  16. julie

    December 20, 2011 4:24 pm

    I received a surprise phone call today from a woman who was adopting my son as part of the adopt-a-soldier program. She did some investigating and found me. It truly made my heart smile to think about this generous act. He will be so grateful and appreciative of everything. It means a lot to a soldier just to get something in the mail…it doesn’t really matter what it is. It truly is the thought that counts. Thanks so much for providing this service for our military. God Bless!

  17. Caiti

    December 23, 2011 8:13 am

    It’s been three days and I still haven’t received an email about my soldiers info. Is there a way I can find out if it has been sent and I just entered my email in wrong or something?