LtJG McNew Stationed in Iraq Seeks Support For Children

US Marine Corps Ensign Jerry McNew, who is stationed in Iraq, has witnessed first hand the effect gifts have had in building the relationship between the soldiers and the Iraqi people. Ensign McNew has emphasized the importance of school supplies and toys for the local children. He has seen the benefits from the previous donations that he has been a part of and states, "I have seen a lot of children without and this can go a long way to bring a smile to the children of Iraq".

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Original Request
"Thank you very much. This will be deeply appreciated and we will provide photos and video. If possible request the following: 1. 1000 school kits 2. 1000 Soccer Balls 3. 500-1000 sets of crayons with coloring books 4. 250-500 toys for children ages 2-8 This would help us out tremendously. I have seen a lot of children without and this can go a long way to bring a smile to the children of Iraq." United States Marine Corps Ensign Jerry McNew stationed in Anbar Province, Iraq

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