FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I just address a package to "Any Soldier" and the unit address?
- - - No, the Post Office will not accept such a package for mailing. However, packages addressed to "Commanding Officer, (name of unit) " and the unit address will be accepted.
Can I put together a package that is geared to our female soldiers?
- - - Yes, that would be helpful, if the unit has female soldiers attached. If you do this, include extra identification on the outside of the package - "For Female Soldier".
Is the list of "What To Send or To Avoid" upgraded regularly?
- - - Yes, based on feedback from the troops.
For Postal Service FAQ's see http://www.usps.com/supportingourtroops/
Can I donate money?
- - - Yes.
Individuals who desire to make a financial contribution to the Support Our Troops Program should make their checks payable to the Sarasota Military Officers Scholarship Fund, Inc. (SMOSF), an IRS 501(c)(3) charity, which serves as the outreach arm of the MOAS. While any donations are appreciated, it is estimated that $50.00 will be the upper limit on preparing and shipping a box and as such is a good multiple for donation purposes. Please indicate on the Memo line that the contribution is for the Support Our Troops Program. Your contributions will be used exclusively for the SOT program. The SMOSF's Federal Tax Identification Number is 65-0883860 and the SMOSF is registered with the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, Registration Number CH19841. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE
Send checks for our “Operation S-O-T to the following address:
MOAS – Operation S-O-T
BG James M Hesson – US Army, Retired
4612 Chase Oaks Drive
Sarasota, FL 34241