Tribute video at Memorial Service for Paladin Team 5 Trip Wire, AFG; Our Unit, Our Family, Our Brothers
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| Some of the giveaways for the Party. (Click on image for more info) |
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| AaSP partners with FFAAFF to put on a "super" Super Bowl Party at Walter Reed NMMC on 5 February
We'll be helping to bring some fun and joy to the Wounded Heroes at Walter Reed this Super Bowl, thanks to the Fire Fighters Assisting Armed Forces Families. We've got some great NFL souvenirs for our Heroes. If you want to help contribute prizes/giveaways CLICK HERE for more info!
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| Exciting news! Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon will be coordinating a special event aboard the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower the first week of April 2012! The Centerpiece in the happenings will be the Xbowl Madden Xbox 360 video tournament. Additionally, the US Tennis Assoc will set up a mobile tennis court and have demos and a tennis tournament on board ship. The Washington Redskins Cheerleaders will be there as will live entertainment. It's gonna be very exciting. The ship will be deploying again to the Middle East and this will be a great way to wish the Sailors well before their deployment! For more info, click on image. |
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| Welcome Home! Pictured here is one of the last units out of Iraq when Operations were ended - a USAF Security Force we met at the air base in Kuwait. They were heading over to the final ceremony to mark the end of Operations in Iraq when we met up with them and took this picture with the Washington Redskins Cheerleaders. It was very exciting to meet them. The Cheerleaders later performed at Camp Virginia for other OIF/OID Veterans. For more information on our Military Appreciation Tour -Kuwait 2011 -click on image. Photo by Jessica Chan, Washington Redskins Cheerleader. |
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Welcome Home to all our Warriors Coming Home from Iraq! We were in Kuwait on the very day Ops ended and are so happy to see you guys get home! Thank You So Much for your Service and have a great 2012!
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Wishing all our Troopers a Happy, Healthy, SAFE and Exciting New Year - mostly SAFE!!! Thanks for all you do for all of us!
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Since April 2003, we've been sending a bit of home to the brave men and women in our military to let them know America cares.
Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon, Inc. is recognized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code as a nonprofit public charity.
In 2010, 93.8% of every dollar went to the troops! Check your charity's financials before you donate.
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We mourn all our Brave Warriors who paid the ultimate price. Because of them, we have the opportunity to live in this Great Nation!
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Thanks for visiting our site, launched appropriately, on Veteran's Day Weekend, 2006. Please come back often as we regularly add new material and change our home page every weekend. If you would like to become a Special Friend or participate in our projects, LET US KNOW. Thank you.
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NOTE: If you are dropping off donation goods to AaSP, you MUST submit a completely filled-out Gift in Kind Form. We can NO LONGER ACCEPT PRODUCT DONATIONS WITHOUT A COMPLETED GiK FORM. Click here to download the form which can be filled out right on your computer and printed and included with the cartons you drop off or email the form to us.
You do not need the form if you ship directly to an adoptee or unit.
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In 2010, 93.8% of every dollar went to support our troops. When donating to charities, check their financials. Some have very stiff fund raising costs and administrative expenses (yeah, salaries!). For more information CLICK HERE.
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Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon receives Awards
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On September 12, 2010, NJ Gov. Chris Christie and NJ TAG MG Glenn K. Rieth, bestowed upon Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon and its president, Alan Krutchkoff, the State of New Jersey Commendation Medal. The Citation reads as follows:
"For meritorious service in support of soldiers and family members of the 50th Infantry Brigade Combat Team during and after their deployment to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Mr. Krutchkoff's knowledge and dedication to selfless service has contributed greatly to the success of the 50th Infantry Brigade Combat Team deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. His actions reflect great credit upon himself, the Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon and the great State of New Jersey." Signed Major General Glenn K. Rieth, The Adjutant General
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On June 1, 2010, COL Bertrand A. Ges,
U.S. Army Commander of Task Force Paladin, Bagram Field,
Afghanistan, bestowed
upon Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon and its president, Alan Krutchkoff, the
Commander's Award for Civilian Service. The award reads as follows:
For exceptionally meritorious
civilian service in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Mr.
Krutchkoff distinguished himself for outstanding performance in direct
support of combined Joint Task Force Paladin Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen
and Marines serving in Afghanistan. Displaying uncommon generosity, the
care packages you provided brightened the spirits of so many of our
service members during their deployment, exhibiting exceptional
kindness, your thoughtfulness conveyed warmth and happiness to our
people at a time of great significance to our Nation's history. We will
always remember your volunteer spirit and extraordinary support. Your
sense of service to all our troops reflected great credit upon yourself
and Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon, Inc. Bertrand A. Ges,
COL, US Army, Commanding
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The Ellis Island Medal of Honor presented by NECO Saturday, May 8, 2010, to Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon's President Alan Krutchkoff for the exceptional work of AaSP
In a dramatic, pageant-filled ceremony at the famed
U.S. historic landmark Ellis Island, Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon was honored
for its work to improve the morale of United States troops. For over
seven years, AaSP has been supporting America's bravest in harm's way.
Features during the ceremony included a special presentation from the
Choir of the 82nd Airborne from Fort Bragg, NC.
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On November 20, 2008, LTC Carlos Morales, U.S. Army Commander of the 63d Expeditionary Signal Battalion, bestowed upon Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon and its president, Alan Krutchkoff, the Achievement Medal for Civilian Service. The award reads as follows:
"For exceptional meritorious service in support of the morale and welfare of the soldiers and families of the 63d Expeditionary Signal Batallion during Operation Iraqi Freedom 07-09. Your sincere concern and care truly exemplify your selfless service."
Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon is proud to display this award and will continue its mission to improve the morale of our troops in harm's way.
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| UNICO Grand Patriot of Americanism Award
Presented to Adopt-a-Soldier
Platoon for 2009
On Saturday, Aug 2, 2009, UNICO National, the nation's largest Italian-American service organization, bestowed upon Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon the prestigious Philip Mazzei Grand Patriot of Americanism Award for 2009. CLICK HERE for more information on our news page.
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Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon
is a member of the
U.S. Department of Defense
"America Supports You"
network.
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Our mailing address: Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon, Inc., P.O., Box 1111, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
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