The City of Murrieta, in partnership with MilVet, is proud to announce the launch of the Murrieta MilVet Box initiative, inviting local businesses and organizations to join in supporting deployed military service members and their families.
Businesses can sign up by Oct. 3 for participation from October 12 through November 12, the city advised. Each local business that signs up will serve as an official collection site for much-needed items that will be packaged into personalized care packages for troops serving overseas, according to a city spokesperson.
Mayor Cindy Warren spoke on the initiative.
“This is a meaningful way for Murrieta businesses to connect with the community while giving back to those who sacrifice so much for our country,” said Mayor Cindy Warren. “We’re proud to partner with MilVet on an effort that brings people together in support of our deployed troops.”Most requested donation items include:
- Food: Beef jerky, microwavable meals, soups, protein bars, candy, nuts, and single-serve drinks
- mixes.
- Hygiene: Disposable razors, body wash, gel deodorant, medicated foot powder, hand wipes,
- and unscented baby wipes.
- Entertainment: Puzzle books, playing cards, small games, and stress balls.
- Most needed: Gallon and sandwich-size Ziploc bags for packaging and handwritten letters of encouragement.
All donations will be collected and distributed by MilVet, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated
to supporting deployed troops, veterans, and their families through resource connections and
philanthropic programs.
Businesses and organizations can sign up to host a Murrieta MilVet Box at milvet.org/murrieta.
For more information, call 951-902-9681 or email [email protected]
“Together, Murrieta and MilVet are making a difference—one care package at a time.”
