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February, 2017 Adoption - Air Force in Africa

The February adoption is Air Force in Africa consisting of 24 males. Due to OPSEC restrictions, our Contact could not share what this group does. They live in tents and have electricity. Also they have a microwave and a refrigerator. They do have access to phones and the internet, so no phone cards are needed.

Pillowcases are a "GO" BUT due to an overflow from last month, they are covered!

Wish List:

Coffee (ground or instant)

Beef jerky

Granola bars

Ramen noodles

Macaroni & cheese cups

Small games

Things to do on their down time (ie footballs, etc.)

Shipping will be February 20 to 23.

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Permalink Reply by Tamme on February 1, 2017 at 10:43am

Thanks, Pat. Do you think this logo represents this group? I always try to add a picture of the ship or a logo of some type on my poster and newsletter.

As the air component of USAFRICOM, U.S. Air Forces Africa (AFAFRICA) conducts sustained security engagement and operations to promote air safety, security, and development in Africa.

Permalink Reply by Pat L. in IL on February 1, 2017 at 11:00am

Tamme, Our Contact was pretty tight-lipped! But they are Air Force in Africa so pretty sure this would work!

Permalink Reply by Kim (Ethan's Mom) on February 1, 2017 at 11:11am

I'm in! I also have the Pie Face game and the Watch Ya Mouth game with extra mouth pieces I can send if that's something they might like?

Permalink Reply by Pat L. in IL on February 1, 2017 at 11:55am

Sounds good!

Permalink Reply by valeriejean on February 19, 2017 at 5:12pm

I can send a box of snacks

Permalink Reply by Pat L. in IL on February 19, 2017 at 7:50pm

Thank you so much!!

Permalink Reply by Pat L. in IL on February 21, 2017 at 2:27pm

Permalink Reply by Pat L. in IL on February 21, 2017 at 2:30pm

All set to be picked up by the post office tomorrow morning. Thanks to the donations from Chicago Navy Moms, St. Francis de Sales church, 2 Carol Stream elementary schools, the people of Milwaukee and our anonymous donor who sends us toiletries!

Permalink Reply by Redsmom on February 22, 2017 at 11:44am

Hi Pat! I have Ramen Noodles, Granola bars, Instant Oatmeal but can't find address!

Permalink Reply by Pat L. in IL on February 22, 2017 at 6:51pm

You are a member of "MAS We Ship Love" so you should be able to access the address. If you can't find it, let me know!

Thank you so much for contributing!! Pat

Permalink Reply by Redsmom on February 22, 2017 at 7:47pm

So sorry for the panic "I can't find it" note. I finally found what I needed! Sent box off today! Thanks!