I had posted something about this in a threadjack, on the WBoD, last year...it was kind of overlooked, because the thread had descended into a running "I like pizza" joke.

But, it does exist: Pizzas 4 Patriots

This is a non-profit that has teamed with Pizzeria Uno and DHL Worldwide Delivery to bring a "slice of home" to our troops serving overseas, as well as vets being treated in veterans' hospitals.

"Pizzas 4 Patriots is a non-profit organization with the mission of making a positive difference in the lives of our service men and women. Those patriots presently serving and our wounded veterans. It is our goal to provide our armed forces with gifts from home. Through financial donations from individuals and financial, product and service donations from organizations who want to show appreciation for the troops sacrifice. These gifts include but are not limited to any item that can bring home to the patriots. It is our goal to make them feel they are not forgotten but remembered and appreciated by the country and residents who enjoy the freedoms that they provide for us."
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...with Veterans' Day just around the corner, anyone who might find the means to contribute to show their appreciation; touch the lives of those who serve, so far from home, and remember the veterans - as a kind reminder of our thankfulness - it would be a gesture that would not go unnoticed.

It's a small thing to do, that would bring such a smile to so many.

Cheers, and thanx.

...if y'all want to get a challenge going on this: I will match every dollar raised - Up to $1000.

I had planned to donate $200. Make me open my wallet. I dare you.

That is such a great idea.

It is times like this that I really wish I had income during the semester. As it is, I could at least give a little. Giving money away is probably my favorite thing to do, to the extent that I sometimes get a little... foolish? with it, and my friends think I'm crazy.. I reeeaaaally want to do that now. XD

I will just give $20, though. Anything at all is better than nothing, and I really love this.

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‎"Love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation."
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Pizzeria Uno???
Wouldn't getting Chicago pizza actually hurt troop morale?


Just kidding
Since you issued a challenge, I'm good for $100.

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Hold my beer and watch this...

THANX ATL & XC!!

Okay. I'ma pin this 'til we get us some "committment".

We have $320 - Let's hit $400, so I can start doubling the input.

C'mon, now - I drop a buck-fifty at an MnG. Make me miss a few - I dare you.

Im good for half a "c" note....how do we pay up?

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There is no past as it exists merely as a slippery bond tying the memories of the past to the dreams of the future.............Me
If we started life as an old person and lived until we were young, we would eventually finish off fucked as an orgasm.......George Carlin

Thanx, ItsMe. Much appreciated.

...We can go on the honor system, or we can get certified checks or money orders...I'll look into getting a bank to set up a trust, which anyone can deposit into.

$370. Pony up, y'all.

I'm in. I'll let you know how much tomorrow.

I'd be interested in setting up something similar in December for those that are deployed and not coming home for Christmas. Even if it's just a card/letter writing campaign, I know we can do it

Thanx, Kath.

I'm all for it. If not us, then who...?

Dan, I just posted your link to the official Army FB site - 82,000 members strong. Hoo-ah.

If anyone knows of a retired or active Military member, Applebee's is buying them a free meal on Veteran's Day. They need do nothing more than show their Military ID
http://www.applebees.com/vetsDay/default.aspx

Outback is also offering a "Bloomin' Onion" and a beverage, in kind...

Not a heck of a lot, but the gesture is what counts.

Make that $420...I'm in for $50

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That'll make it $440 - I'm doubling, now.



...Thanx, Phil. We're on a roll.

Ice,

I am down for 50 as well.

Got a PayPal? If not set one up. Makes it WAY easier to send $$$ from AZ. We got this and Outback cooking for us while I was downrange. Was some of the best food we had had in months. People who do things like this and people like you guys who contribute to make it happen are people who make it even easier for us to 'raise our right hand'


J

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I'm in for two Benjamins.

Pony up bitches.

Thanx, so much J-man.

I'm looking into whatever works best. Good to hear that Outback is doing their part, to keep you guys off those MRE's.

Well, folks - That makes $540 in total. MOAH! I say...MOAH!

Holy Smokes - The Squanto has spoken! Thanx, Tom!

We're up to $940, just like that!

Keep it rolling - Make the ice pay...that's the name of the game.

As soon as you know the money will be en-route.


J

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Godsmack's posts are often made with little thought or consideration of others. If you find yourself offended please go to the end of the cubicle, and there you will meet Carol. She has diabetes, high blood pressure, and is a Ducks fan. She will automatically assume you are full of shit and send you away. Or you could realize that he is just a sarcastic, mean little fucker, and he rather likes it that way. Please feel free to bust his chops back. Stay Classy San Diego.

Okay, I set up a PayPal Secure Merchant Account ID, under my name (Daniel Ayad):

RMRQPD8C8XJGJ

Any transfer made through a SabresJunkie member's PayPal account will be free, and I will pay any/all transfer fees into the account, made through a debit or gift-card or bank transfer.

Once a maximum goal or amount is met (and matched by myself - up to $1000) I will transfer all funds to P4P, through PayPal, and present any/all receipts provided for the transaction, for view by all board members.

Hope this meets with everyone's approval - Any further suggestions or stipulations would be appreciated.

Cheers.....Now, cough up...

The Pledge Sheet, so far:

ATL-------$20
XC-------$100
ItsMe-----$50
Phil-------$50
J-Man----$50
Squanto-$200
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(Bal)-----$470
(Match)-$470
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Total-----$940