We appreciate you participating in the Adopt A Soldier program.
There are two ways you can sponsor a soldier:
1. You can make a monetary donation of any amount to purchase supplies needed for the care packages. Check should be made payable to: CCSO Adopt a Soldier Program.
Mail checks to: Adopt a Soldier Program, 3301 E. Tamiami Trail, Naples, FL 34112
attn: Sandy Mendez
2. You can purchase some of the suggested items below and bring them to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office. We will package and ship them. These are items that are most frequently requested. We suggest including 10-12 items if your budget allows.
Once you have purchased the items, you can drop them off at the CCSO Main Office, Building J, at the government campus to turn them in. While you are there you can choose a soldier's name or we can pick one for you. You are welcome to include a personal letter to a soldier.
Each box will include a handmade Camo print heart pillow made by local Collier County children and a personal letter from Sheriff Kevin J. Rambosk.
Here are some suggestions:
| Baby wipes |
Canned pasta or soups (pop-top style lids) |
Beef jerky |
| Eye wash/drops |
White Socks and undershirts |
Travel size toiletries |
| Undershirts |
Pocket electronic games |
Books or magazines |
| Insect repellent |
Sun lotions |
Hard candy (indiv. wrapped) |
| Duct tape |
Antibacterial wipes |
Feminine products |
| Baggies (all sizes) |
Waterproof sunscreen |
Chapstick |
| Energy bars |
Air Fresheners (non-aerosol) |
Playing cards |
| Dental care items |
Shoe insole inserts |
Batteries (AA & AAA) |
| Disposable cameras |
Fly paper |
Headbands/Bandanas |
| Battery powered fans |
Sewing kits |
Zip baggies |
| Asprin or ibuprofen |
Q-tips |
Stationary and pens |
Luxury items:
| Pre-paid phone cards |
DVD Movies |
Music CDs |
| XBOX games |
Water misters (spray bottle type) |
Stuffed animals/Beanie Babies |
| Books |
Handheld video games/gameboys |
School supplies for local children |
DO NOT SEND:
Remember due to climate changes and time lapse in shipping please do not send any chocolate or items that will melt or perish. (Tootsie Rolls are OK) Do not send pork products, alcohol, or anything in an aerosol can.
If you know any soldiers who will be overseas or away from home during the holidays, please forward their name & address to us so that they will be placed on our list to receive a package.
Thanks for your help.
Any questions about any of this or to participate please contact Cpl. Sandy Mendez at CCSO at
793-9208.
Deadline for donations is Dec. 31.