TCP AND HELPING VETERANS AT CHRISTMAS

The Coupon Patrol is spreading good cheer again this Christmas. Their next major donation project will be to help the Homeless and Homeless Vets. Last year's drive blessed so many lives. Here is the post from last year sharing what TCP was able to do through the efforts of those whom participated, Have You Heard What Coupon Patrol Did?

In an effort to get more people involved this year, they are giving us plenty of time to find those good holiday deals, or to make things to share.  It is a great time to show a homeless veteran that although some have forgotten them, not everyone has.  The smallest of things can make a difference in their lives. To some a pair of new socks is not that much, but to someone homeless they are a priceless gift.

This is the list we have so far, items will be added to the list as details become available. 
*Gently Used Coats, but please make sure they are usable.
*Blankets, gloves, coats, boggins (on sale at Walmart right now), socks,underwear,thermal underwear
*Small propane tanks, hand warmers,  tarps, garbage bags for ground cover 
*Food, coffee, soups,especially Raman noodles  
*Women's hygiene products, toiletries, stamps, envelopes and pens.

We do ask that you use a marker and draw a line through any bar codes, this keeps any item from being returned to a store for cash.

For those who like to make their

donations:
If you would like to knit or crochet socks, scarves, or caps, it would be very much appreciated. Lots of colors are fine.  It will give you a chance to use those small leftover balls of yarn.  Also, there are several ideas on Google about making ground cover mats out of plastic grocery bags. If you are interested in knitting those, any of the TCP staff will be more than happy to come pick them up from you.

Our friend Hill Spirit has linked the post from last year's Christmas donation at the beginning of the this article. We hope to match it or even do better. Always remember, any donation is appreciated, it doesn't have to be a huge bag of items, one can of soup will warm a belly. 

Donations can be dropped off with:
*Larry Pierce - facebook message him to make arrangements
*Jennifer Keck Markel @ Pump It Up 3230 Leeman Ferry Rd SW. | Huntsville, AL 
*Phebe Durant @ Don Carter Heating & Cooling Hwy 72 East Athens 
*Mandy Hemmen @ Springleaf Financial next to Spry on Hwy 72 Athens 

Last day to drop off your donations is December 18th.

It's time to start working your magic that comes from the heart!! We will deliver YOUR donations the week of Christmas. Thanks for your prayers and your efforts during this domation drive... Let's Do This!!!

Your TCP Staff
Mandy Hemmen, Phebe Durant, Angie Meadows McElyea, Alison Mendoza, Maria Burkhead, Brad Pierce, and Larry Pierce