Santa’s little helpers

Been an exciting week of being Santa’s little helpers. Thanks to our generous donations we were able to provide stocking stuffers to over 700 military children at numerous commands at Naval Submarine Base New London, Connecticut.    Additionally, honored to support, Blue Star Mothers of Eastern MA,with toy donations.  

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DCH Toyota Milford Certificate of Appreciation

Mike Shain of Thanks To Yanks presents Greg Holway, manager of DCH Toyota Milford a certificate of appreciation as the main drop off location for this year’s Hope for Heroes campaign.    

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2016 Massachusetts Gold Star Tree Dedication Event

Thanks To Yanks was honored to volunteer at this year’s event, “Massachusetts Gold Star Families Tree Dedication”. We honor the fallen, by embracing the living. 

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Norton VFW

Supporting those, who support those who serve.  Our first fundraiser run was a huge success. Thank you Norton V.F.W, we will be back in 2017.

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Vietnam War Recognition Award

Thanks To Yanks was honored to have received this donor recognition certificate which commemorated the national observance period of the Vietnam War. Michael Shain, president and founder of Thanks To Yanks received the certificate from Steven Petak, chairman of the dinner.  

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Annual Hope For Heroes Donation Drive Recap

Thanks To Yanks would like to thank the community for helping to support the annual Hope for Heroes Donation Drive, which collected items for homeless veterans residing at various Massachusetts Veteran shelters. Over 200 boxes/bags of donated items were collected including new sheets, blankets, towels, socks, underwear, toiletries, gift cards

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Warren Griffin – Francis J. Larkin Lifetime Achievement Award

Warren Griffin (former Marine) receiving Francis J Larkin Lifetime Achievement Award from Stephen Bradford, Thanks To Yanks Veteran’s Liaison.

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9/11 Tribute Dinner Registration is FULL

The 10th Annual Thanks To Yanks 9/11 Tribute Dinner registration is completely full. Thank you to our sponsors and donors for making this event possible.

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9/11 Tribute Dinner Registration Closing

The 10th Annual Thanks To Yanks 9/11 Tribute Dinner is open and FREE to all military members, veterans, their families and emergency response personnel; it is simply our way to recognize and thank them for the sacrifices they make in order to ensure our freedoms and safety. This year’s Dinner

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Message From the Troops!

Thanks for the cookies! I don’t think I’ve seen so many girl scout cookies in one place. The coffee and toilet paper are much appreciated as well.

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