Project Unlimited Support is a grassroots effort to show support for America's armed forces. Many troops have to leave the country in a hurry and leave behind many non-mission essential items. Project U.S. collects items for both soldiers/airmen and for their families. Locally, the project supports families at Fort Campbell. Military personnel at Charleston Air Force Base coordinate the shipment of donated items to members of the armed forces stationed overseas.

At 2003 State 4-H Congress, the focus was on the troops who are stationed in the Middle East. 4-H'ers, Extension staff, and volunteer leaders showed their support for these dedicated men and women by bringing toiletry items such as shampoo, soap, mouthwash, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, and antibacterial hand sanitizer (the water-less kind). They can also brought international phone cards and cards (without envelopes) addressed to "Dear Military Member."

2003 Congress delegates and leaders collected over 16,000 items for our troops! Lt. Col. (Ret.) Randy Harmon, the Project U.S. coordinator, spoke to the entire delegation on Tuesday to express his appreciation for such a fantastic donation.

Thanks to everyone who worked to make this project a success! A special thanks goes out to the volunteer leaders and Extension staff who helped to box and transport the MANY boxes on Monday morning!

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If you're interested in learning how you can take part in Project Unlimited Support, visit www.projectus.org.