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Care Packages For Your Purple Fox! |
PX facilities nearby can fulfill most basic needs but Care Packages are critical for the morale of a Marine. But we Foxy Ladies like to go even further. We think that a pampered Fox can do his or her job better knowing they are cared for by us here at home! In saying that here are some special treats that will always be welcomed!
Don't know a Fox? See our No Fox? segment for how you can sponsor a 'World Famous HMM-364 Purple Fox"! You will brighten up some lucky Marine's day! |
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Note: We have new Fox names 4/17/08
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Here are a few ideas what to send:
High Request Items are in red!
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 FOOD |
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PERSONAL |
Cup 'o Noodles soups
Breakfast bars, Power bars, Granola
Dry cereal. individual serving boxes.
Pop tarts.
Instant flavored coffee.
Powdered Gatorade.
Kool-Aid. (pre-sweetened)
Powdered hot chocolate.
Beef Sticks such as Slim Jims
Single servings of bagged chips.
Cookies
Triscuits, Ritz crackers
Candy (make certain it won't melt!)
Snack Cakes (Little Debbie's)
Pre-packaged brownies
Bubble gum
Snack mixes, Chex Mix
Nuts
Trail mix
Individual condiments, ie. barbecue sauce, honey, ect. |
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Gel insoles
Foot powder
Socks
Eyeglass cleaner wipes
Glade Stick-Ups (very popular)
Razors
Shaving cream
Shampoo
Soap
Mouth wash
Small battery operated fan
Eye drops
Lip balm
Waterless Hand Cleaner/Sanitizer
Small battery operated light
Sunblock
Small sewing kit
Stress ball
Paper and envelopes
Padded mailing envelopes
Ziplock bags (great to store things in) |
ENTERTAINMENT |
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LADY FOX NEEDS |
Board games
Movie DVD's
Music CD (Burn your favorite mix)
Taped TV show
Magazines.(Slightly used works fine)
Disposable camera
Silly toys.(Slinkys, squirt guns, ect)
Pocket electronic games
Books |
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Lip gloss
Facial masks (gets the grime off)
Facial Wipes (high demand) These are not baby wipes
Body wash or scrubs
Small manicure/pedicure set
Room freshners (High request)
Hand lotion
Conditioner, shampoo
Dryer sheets
Scented soaps
Light body sprays
Healthy snacks, ie. whole grain crackers, ect
Ladies Shaving Cream
Small Baby Powder (They only have Gold Bond at the PX) |
 Most boxes are shared with buddies so send more treats than you think he/she
will need!
Why not send a themed package such as an Hawaii Adventure or a '70's Party?
Use your imagination!
Send a card from a favorite pet. Include a photo and story of their adventures.
The local hometown newspaper is always a hit so why not include one?
If your gift has a fragrance (Yes, bubble gum or room freshners count!) pack
them in a zip lock bag so everything else won't smell like it!
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Small boxes
arrive faster (about the size of two shoe
boxes).
Priority Mail will arrive within 7-15 days, depending the sender's location.
Plan ahead for special events like birthdays and anniversaries.
Don't embarrass your Fox by sending something
you think is cute but will be made fun of by his/her buddies.
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Regardless of value or contents, every Priority Mail International package must bear a completed a
Form 2776-A Customs Declaration and Dispatch Note.
Save time by having the form filled out before you arrive at the post office and grab a handful to have
on hand for future packages.
Make certain to fill out these boxes: |
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From:
That's you!
To:
Provide the rank, name, squadron, unit and APO/FPO and whatever else your serviceman/woman gives you as their address. It will help to get the care package in their hands faster.
Detailed Description of Contents:
You can generalize things like snacks, DVD, CD books.
Qty:
Not as important, so generalize the amount. Sometimes after the box is taped you forget!
Value:
Provide a general value range such as $50-400. Anything over that amount you may want to insure.
Airmail/Priority:
If you are using a flat-rate box you will check this box. If not, you have the option to use the slower Surface/Non priority box. It will get there 5 months from now!
Gift:
All care packages sent to military personnel is considered a gift.
Sender's Instruction in Case of Non-Delivery:
You may want to check the box Treat as Abandoned
should your package not arrive. If you must have the package returned you will have to pay return fees.
Date and senders signature:
You may date and sign your customs form at the post office.
Contact your local post office if you have further questions.
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Don't know a Purple Fox personally? Don't worry, we welcome all individuals, schools and organizations that wish to support the "World Famous HMM-364 Purple Foxes" but in order to protect our men and women we reserve the right to screen individuals or groups that are unknown to us or HMM-364.org.In order to get a valid APO/FPO address and name please contact Vicki at
HMM-364 Foxy Ladies or Frank at HMM-364.org.
We will do our best to match you with a Purple Fox that is right for you! |
Our Foxes are busy so think about including a blank note along with an
self-addressed envelope (stamps are not required) so they can quickly acknowledge your gift. But don't be discouraged if your Marine fails to answer. Saving lives is priority.
If you were associated with HMM-364 or other squadrons in the past
(Vietnam WAY counts!) think about sending an old photo of yourself along with story or two. They like to know they carry on tradition.
Rather send a package just to the Foxes without an individual name?
Contact us and we will give you an address of someone in the squadron
that will distribute your bounty! |
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What is better than having a free international phone call? But the rates will be higher calling internationally, so don't expect the same amount of minutes as you do in the US! Currently The Military Exchange offers the best price and you can purchase in bulk if you want. Sam's club is also a good place to look. They sometimes have 500 minutes for under $30. |
Special occasion? Send a calling card along with a note telling them
when you will be available to take the call. Make certain that their work schedule works first!
International calls on cell phones are expensive. Think about sending a
pre-paid card for a break from the expense. |
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MotoMail |
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You may now send a letter directly to
your Marine through MotoMail. This
service is unique Marine Corps system.
Safe, secure, private and No
Cost! Your letter will be delivered
usually within 24 hours! Addresses
are 100% accurate.
Create
an account with MotoMail.us
A
list of unit and squadrons will be viewed.
Check the unit or squadron your letter
will be sent to.
Add
the rank, first and last name of your
Marine.
Write
your letter online or you may send a handwritten
letter (you will be directed to a scanning
site).
Hit
send.
The letter
is sent to the MotoMail server where the
designated USMC post office downloads
the letter to a machine that prints,folds
and seals the letter. It is then delivered
to unit mail call.
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