Their motto is: “May no soldier go unloved”

Blankets of love can be sewn, knitted, crocheted or made on a loom.  Guidelines for making are given here:

http://soldiersangels.org/index.php?page=blankets-of-hope

http://www.west-point.org/family/support-our-troops/

newspaper article:

http://www.delmarvanow.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071020/LIFESTYLE/710200336/1024 

Here’s a new post about Kenny’s Kaps, in response to the Patriotic Pillow post:

1. Christina Finn said on 07 Dec 2007 at 7:26 pm      
   We also too feature a Knit and or crocheted cap. This cap is made out of Deep Purple yarn and is adorned with the Purple Heart insignia. These caps are called “Kenny’s Kaps” in tribute for a Master Sgt. Kenneth Sargant, whom sustained Head Trauma in the War! He has recovered well and requested a purple skullcap from Me! This is where the concept originated. You can find the pattern in our web-site!

   God Bless Our Troops, Our Veterans, Our World Leaders, & America!
     Respectfully,
   Christina Finn
   Founder / Coordinator
   Patriotic Pillow Project SM
   www.PatrioticPillowProject.org“                   
   I have learned that in order to bring about change, you must not be
   afraid to take the first step. We will fail when we fail to try. Each
   and everyone of us can make a difference.” Rosa Parks

2. admin said on 07 Dec 2007 at 8:16 pm

   Thank you for the update!
   Here is the page for corchet directions for Kenny’s Kaps.

News story and video clip at NBC4.com - Fifth grader shows gratitude by knitting caps for troops in Iraq

FedEx has partnered with the Christmas Spirit Foundation ship live Christmas trees for troops. 

http://www.christmasspiritfoundation.org/programs/trees4troops/home.htm

From their website:

“Consumers can also participate in the Trees for Troops weekend on Saturday, Dec. 1 - Sunday, Dec. 2. During Trees for Troops Weekend, consumers at select retail lots around the country can purchase a tree that will be distributed to a deserving military family. Look for information soon about Trees for Troops Weekend locations and base delivery locations!”

This article  http://www.lemarssentinel.com/story/1154798.html  tells of the good works,

Operation Toasty Toes in Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, Kansas, Illinois, and a portion of Minnesota knit and crochet numerous items for the troops in Afghanistan and Iraq:http://www.operationtoastytoes.org/Here is the link to their Toasty Toes approved pattern list:http://www.operationtoastytoes.org/patterns.html

The Patriotic Pillow Project -

http://www.patrioticpillowproject.org/main/

Sew a patriotic pillow case for American GI’s.

Here are sewing
Pattern Directions

And information on where to ship:
Shipping Information

Socks for Soldiers Project through Carodan Farm:

http://www.carodanfarm.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/sfs.html#patterns

Socks for Soldiers through yahoo group:

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SOCKFORSOLDIERS/

For Our Troops,

ways you can help (#7 is craft projects):

http://www.opgratitude.com/howtohelp.php?page=individual

Updating, Deadline is midnight today - Monday, Oct. 15, 2007!! 

source, site given below:

“Microsoft Corporation in partnership with the United Service Organizations (USO) is recognizing the contributions of the military community – the friends, family, and other individuals who support U.S. troops throughout the world – with the creation of the first annual Above and Beyond Awards.”

http://www.microsoft.com/industry/government/federal/AboveandBeyondAwards.mspx

Five Above and Beyond Awards will be given -
Effort Award
Medical Attention Award
USO Promotion and Success Award
Everyday Difference Award
Youth Leadership Award

Additional information, Requirements, and the Above and Beyond Award Nomination Form can all be found at the above Website address.

Nominations are accepted through midnight October 15, 2007.