Creating the perfect care package for troop members is important to their well being and happiness. If you are sending a care package to someone you know, make it personal to their likes and dislikes. If you do not know the person very well, send a care package with various forms of approved entertainment and foods/snacks they might like.
Basic Ideas for Care Packages
Create a care package for a troop member based on their gender and personality. Here are some items you can include:
Beauty and hygiene products (shampoo, soap, body wash)
Candy (non-melting candy)
Snack foods that travel well
Magazines
Books
Newspapers (sports and leisure sections)
DVD or VHS movies
Clothing (small items such as socks)
Video games (standalone or find out if they are able to have computers)
Microwaveable meals that won't go bad
Electronic cleaners
Every military branch has specific items that are not permitted to be included in a care package. All packages will be opened and checked. Any items that are not permitted will be removed prior to delivery to the troop member.
Sports-Themed Packages
A themed care package can be a lot of fun for the sender and recipient. Come up with different ideas that are specific to the receiver or at least to gender.
A sports-specific package would include:
Nerf football
Racquetball or badminton kit
Tennis balls and rackets
Sports magazines
Sports history books
Themed sport candy and snacks
Movie-Themed Packages
A movie-themed package would include:
Movies (DVDs of more recent blockbusters)
Movie magazines (People, US Weekly)
Posters
Popcorn
Candy
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