The City of Murrieta, in partnership with MilVet, announced the launch of the Murrieta MilVet Box initiative, inviting local businesses and organizations to join in supporting deployed military service members and their families.
From October 12 through November 12, businesses across the city will serve as official collection sites for much-needed items that will be packaged into personalized care packages for troops serving overseas.
Participating businesses will receive a Murrieta MilVet Box provided by MilVet, which they are encouraged to decorate to showcase their style and community spirit. Boxes will be promoted as official donation sites and recognized through social media.
Most requested donation items include:
- Food: Beef jerky, microwavable meals, soups, protein bars, candy, nuts, and single-serve drink
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.
At the end of the campaign, MilVet will collect the filled boxes and distribute the donations, ensuring service members receive care packages that bring comfort and a reminder of home.
Businesses and organizations can sign up to host a Murrieta MilVet Box at https://milvet.org/murrieta. The deadline is October 3.
“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,” Mayor Cindy Warren said. “We’re proud to partner with MilVet on an effort that brings people together in support of our deployed troops.”
MilVet is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting deployed troops, veterans, and their families through resource connections and philanthropic programs. For more information about this program, call 951-902-9681 or email [email protected].
