Care Packages 101

Have you ever wanted to send your soldier a care package but don't have the time to put one together?
There are many places that will pack and ship packages for him or her for a decent price. Here are some of those websites:
TroopsCarePack.com
MilitaryCarePackages.net

Many people ask what type of things to put in care packages. Well, it depends on what each individual soldier likes, but here are some suggestions that I found:

Baby Wipes- packets are better than tubs.
Beef Jerky/Slim Jims
Energy Bars
Hot Sauce (Tabasco, Red Devil, ect.)- wrap glass bottle in duct tape and place in doubled zip lock bags.
Sunflower seeds
Peanuts
Seasoning salt (Lawry's, ect.)
Atomic Fireballs/Jolly Rancher hard candy (for service member use)
Smarties or SweetTart candies (for local children who prefer sour style candy to build relationships with  community)
Powdered Energy/Electrolyte Replacement Drink Mix (Gatorade, ect.)
Chewing gum
Avon Skin So Soft- great for removing face paint and also reputed to be an effective bug repellent (the latter seems variable based on personal experience and reports)
AA-cell Alkaline Batteries
Personal Hygiene gear: disposable razors, toothbrush, toothpaste
eye wash/drops (visine, ect.) for flushing dust and sand out of eyes)
Zip-lock style plastic storage bags- assorted sizes, heavier freezer style bags are better
Prepaid phone cards so service member can call home

There is also a list of Equipment Suggestions and What Not to Send in a Care Package HERE.

I would also suggest that you use the flat rate military boxes that are free from the post office. They get to the troops MUCH faster when shipped overseas.

I hope this helps you! If you have any suggestions let me know. Thank you.