Manasota Operation Troop Support Makes A Difference To Parents Of Deployed Troops

We're chipping away at the rock! Thank you to ALL who have donated to our Gulfcoastgives.org project to support our local deployed troops deployed in the Middle East.

The support that MOTS offers makes a big difference in their lives and the lives of their spouses, children, and even their parents. As a parent it is hard to let a child go out into the world. But to watch them enter a world that is totally foreign and dangerous is an even bigger burden on their hearts.

Parents who attend our packing parties are often overwhelmed by their emotions as they gather and glance at photos on the walls.  But they end up crying and laughing with others who know just how they feel. Parents appreciate seeing perfect strangers showing up with open hearts and loving hands ready to pack up some hometown kindness and support for our local troops. They are amazed at the number of people who show up early on a Saturday morning. And they marvel at how a loose conga line of folks weaves through the warehouse of food, assembling personalized boxes of food and fun that are all taped, stacked and ready to ship in less than an hour! A special job well done by special people. It helps a parent feel that they are not so alone in their own personal battle. 

Whether you are the parent of a troop, a spouse, a grandmother, a friend, a teacher or you just want to show your love of country, come on over! Everyone in our community is welcome to be a part of the Packing Party for the Troops at MOTS this Saturday, January 14th, at 9am. All ages welcome, no experience required!

Lakewood Business Park, 4301 32nd Street West, Suite C-20, Bradenton, Fl 34205

Call (941)782-0748 with any questions.