About this Event
Let’s pack 1,000+ smiles for our deployed heroes.
Northeast Florida shows up for service members every year—now let’s do it again! Join O.N.E. Florida Group (veteran-owned) for our Veterans Day Treats for Troops Packing Party. We’ll turn post-Halloween candy, shelf-stable snacks, and heartfelt notes into USO care packages for deployed service members.
When & Where
- Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (come & go as needed)
- Location: TrailMark Amenity Center
What we’ll do
- Sort donated candy/snacks and assemble care-package kits
- Write short “Messages for a Hero” notes (kids’ drawings encouraged!)
- Tape/label boxes and prep for USO pickup
What to bring (optional)
We provide supplies! If you’d like, bring factory-sealed items only:
- Candy & sweets: non-melting candy, lollipops, gummies, gum; individually wrapped chocolate (dark travels best)
- Snackables: granola/protein bars, nuts, trail mix, jerky, dried fruit, instant coffee/tea/cocoa
- Comfort/practical: travel-size toiletries, wet wipes, lip balm, socks, playing cards, pocket notebooks, pens
- Personal notes: kids’ drawings & thank-you letters (positive/encouraging messages)
Please avoid: liquids/aerosols, alcohol/vapes, opened or homemade foods, and any items prohibited by USPS or military guidelines.
Family-friendly & service hours
All ages welcome with a parent/guardian. Teens can earn volunteer/service hours
Want to host a collection box or sponsor supplies?
We love local partners (schools, businesses, gyms, clubs). Please fill out the 'Drop off Location Sign Up' here- https://onefloridagroup.com/treatsfortroops/
More info / map of donation boxes
Full details and donation box locations: https://onefloridagroup.com/treatsfortroops/
Questions?
Email [email protected] or text 808-258-1945
Event venue & nearby stays
805 Trailmark Dr, 805 Trailmark Drive, St. Augustine, United States
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