Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce Business Journal Q1 2015 | Page 44

Our military Care Packages Supporting Troops Overseas By: Crystal Mancera, Director of Development & Growth Throughout the year, the Military Affairs Committee works hard to bridge the gap between our military and our community. Through monthly, interactive and informative luncheons, troop support and hosting events honoring our men and women in uniform, the Military Affairs Committee continues to unite the military with the community. Recently, the Military Affairs Committee compiled care packages for our military. These packages were delivered to the 110 Airmen who were deployed over the holiday season. Acknowledging the sacrifices PG 44 l Military Affairs these men and women make was not enough. The Military Affairs Committee decided to show their gratitude through exciting and educating the community on the mission of these 110 Airmen and then collected in kind donations made by the community businesses and organizations. After boxing up items such as non-perishable food items, books, crossword puzzles and so much more, enough care packages were created for every single deployed Airman. Along with the care packages, Chamber Members wrote cards thanking these individuals for their service and sacrifices made. Through the time, dedication and hard work put in by the Military Affairs Committee, they managed to ensure the care packages were received before the Thanksgiving Holiday. Each month, the Military Affairs Committee provides educational luncheons to the Cheyenne Committee, honors our service men and women, as well as bridges the gap between the civilians and military. Join this committee by contacting Crystal Mancera at the Chamber, [email protected] or call 307-638-3388.