Red Cross Western New York Launches Operation Holiday Cheer Care Packages for Deployed Service Members
The American Red Cross of Western New York has launched Operation Holiday Cheer, its annual Service to the Armed Forces initiative collecting care-package items for deployed service members. In an October 22 press release, the Red Cross said requested items include snacks, hydration packets, arts and crafts supplies and holiday items.
Items must be ordered by November 13, 2026, to be included in this year’s shipment, according to the release. The packages will be delivered through Red Cross service channels to overseas installations.
The Red Cross said its workers are present on more than 380 U.S. military bases and installations worldwide, providing emergency communications, comfort and support services to service members and their families. The holiday care-package drive is one of its annual traditions.
Donors are asked to contribute only new, unopened items from the published list; the full list and delivery instructions are posted on the Red Cross website.
(Source: American Red Cross)
Source: American Red Cross
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