Announcements 10/14/20

GIRL'S DAY OUT SHOPPING EVENT--

NEXT WEDNESDAY!

We are thrilled that Vintage Charm in LaGrange will be hosting another shopping event for us and donating 10% of sales back to us at OSOT-America! The event will be Wednesday, October 21 from 10 AM-5 PM and online all day at shopvintagecharm.com.

CLICK HERE to print the flyer.

THANK YOU AMVETS POST #18!

A BIG Thank You to AMVETS Post #18 for your very generous donation of $4,000 for our programs and thank you to Elaine Maxson, Scott's wife, for donating $60 in Amazon Gift Cards for our Stocking Program!

VETERAN'S DAY VOLUNTEERS

We need some volunteer help on Veteran's Day, November 11th from 11 AM-5 PM at Mission BBQ in Downers Grove and from 11 AM-1 PM in Naperville (could be outdoors). Please CLICK HERE to email us if you would like to volunteer!

SANTA'S WORKSHOP IS OPEN!

SANTA'S WORKSHOP:

Christmas Stocking Packing

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP AS AN INDIVIDUAL

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP A GROUP

Please note: advanced registration is required by using the above links.

Thursday, 10/15 from 9 AM-1 PM
Saturday, 10/17 from 9 AM-1 PM
Thursday, 10/22 from 9 AM-1 PM
Saturday, 10/24 from 9 AM-1 PM
Thursday, 10/29 from 9 AM-1 PM
Saturday, 10/31 from 9 AM-1 PM
Thursday, 11/5 from 9 AM-1 PM
Saturday, 11/7 from 9 AM-1 PM
Thursday, 11/12 from 9 AM-1 PM
Saturday, 11/14 from 9 AM-1 PM
Thursday, 11/19 from 9 AM-1 PM
Saturday, 11/21 from 9 AM-1 PM

THANK YOU 1st CAV (2-106th) FRG!

A BIG Thank You to the 1st Cavalry (2-106th) FRG for coming out and packing 100 boxes and donating $700 to our programs!

DONATIONS NEEDED FOR HOLIDAY STOCKING PROGRAM!

Please consider donating some needed items for the stockings as last year we sent out 8,000 stockings! If you have any questions, please email us by CLICKING HERE or call us at 630-971-1150.

BECOME AN OSOT ANGEL!

MONTHLY GIVING

We recently developed a new program to make donating monthly easier called OSOT'S Angels. You can set up monthly donations for a specific amount to cover shipping costs for our Comfort and Care Package Program, or you can set up a different amount. You can do this through PayPal, by check or money order, or by credit card through our online form or call us with the information. Join OSOT's Angels and receive a special OSOT's Angels T-shirt after donating for three consecutive months! If you have any questions or need more information please call us at 630-971-1150.

$18 Each Month Ships 6 Boxes a Year!

$36 Each Month Covers the Shipping Cost of 1 Box Per Month (12 Boxes Over One Year)!

$72 Each Month Covers the Shipping Cost of 2 Care Packages Per Month (24 Per Year)!

$144 Ships 4 Boxes Per Month (48 Per Year)!

CLICK HERE For More Information!

RESTAURANT FUNDRAISERS

Home Run Inn--Thursday, October 22

1280 W. Boughton Rd, Bolingbrook, 60440 from 11:00 AM-9:00 PM and 20% donated to OSOT-America, CLICK HERE for the flyer as you must show the image from your smartphone or the flyer for us to receive the proceeds!

Chipotle--Wednesday, November 4th

1516 N. Naper Blvd, Naperville from 4:00 PM-8:00 PM and 33% will be donated to OSOT-America, CLICK HERE for the flyer as you must show the image from your smartphone or the flyer for us to receive the proceeds! Valid for in restaurant ordering and online orders with code QVEN98Y for pickup (delivery cannot be counted at this time).

SHOP ONLINE FOR ITEMS NEEDED FOR COMFORT AND CARE PACKAGES--SHIPPING INCLUDED!

Our inventory is getting extremely low on some important items for our Comfort and Care Package Program and our friends at You Give Goods have set up a way to purchase items we need online, shipping is included and all items will be delivered to our warehouse. CLICK HERE for more info!

Items we are in need of:

--Letters and Cards to the Troops. These are one of the most valuable items because the letters and cards of support remind them how much they are appreciated and valued. If you are able to write letters and cards for us or can organize a group to help, please let us know!

CLICK HERE for the full list of products we need or call us at 630-971-1150.

MAKE A FINANCIAL DONATION

Please consider donating financially to help support our programs.

CLICK HERE to make a financial donation.

LETTER OF THE WEEK

Thank you for the care packages! It definitely make the day for our shop. It's nice to know that people care.

So again, thank you for your kindness and the care packages.

Be Well!

SCOTT MAXSON'S CONTACT INFO

If you have a question for Scott Maxson, OSOT-America's Executive Director please email him at smaxson@osotamerica.org by CLICKING HERE or call 630-971-1150.

SUICIDE PREVENTION

We have experienced an increased level of interaction with veterans through our Veterans Assistance Program as well as our other programs regarding depression and suicidal thoughts. If you know a veteran that would be in need of help, please see the contact numbers you can share:

Military One Source

1-800-342-9647

National Suicide Prevention Hotline

1-800-273-8255

CHARITY WATCHDOG RATINGS AND AWARDS

OSOT-America is proud to have top ratings from Charity Navigator, Great Nonprofits, and a Guidestar Platinum Award...and our newest award from Chamber 630 for the Best Not-For-Profit Charity.