SUPPORT AMERICA'S TROOPS

• Operation USO Care Package is accepting individual donations of $25 that go toward a package of personal items and snacks for a soldier. If you would like to participate, go to the web site or call 1-866-USO-GIVE.
  
• Operation Dear Abby offers the option of e-mailing greetings to troops.
  
• Defend America offers people the opportunity to sign a virtual thank-you card to soldiers.
  
• Operation Uplink allows people to donate calling cards so servicemembers can stay in touch with family and friends.
  
• Donations are also being accepted by the Army Emergency Relief, the Navy/Marine Relief Society, the Air Force Aid Society, the Coast Guard Mutual Assistance, the American Red Cross Armed Forces Emergency Services, and the Fisher House Foundation, which provides "comfort houses" for family members who have lost servicemembers.The Army and Air Force Exchange allows people to give money for gift certificates which troops can redeem for merchandise. Visit the Web site or call 1-877-770-GIFT (4438).
  
• The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation provides higher education financial assistance to the sons and daughters of Marines and former Marines.