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A Million Thanks: How One Teen’s Idea Became a National Movement of Gratitude
May 19, 2025 · original
It Started with One Goal—and One 15-Year-Old In 2004, a 15-year-old high school student from Orange County, California, set out to complete a community service project. Her idea was simple yet ambitious: collect and send one million letters of appreciation to U.S. service members deployed around the world. That student was Shauna Fleming , and her project would soon spark a nationwide movement known as A Million Thanks® . What began as a local effort quickly gained traction. Just three weeks after launching the campaign, Shauna found herself at the center of a growing national cause. Letters poured in by the tens of thousands each week—from individuals, schools, churches, businesses, and organizations eager to say thank you. From the White House to the Front Lines In just six months, Shauna and her team of volunteers achieved what they set out to do—one million letters sent. The mileston
A Message to Everyone in Uniform
May 16, 2025 · original
One Note, Meant for Thousands Not every letter we receive at A Million Thanks is addressed to a specific service member. Some, like this one, are written with the hope that every single person serving our country could read it. That’s exactly what makes this note so powerful. The writer begins with a simple, sincere wish: “I would like to send a card to everyone! To tell them thank you!” It’s not a long message, but it’s packed with gratitude. With phrases like “Great job” and “Keep up the good work,” the writer reminds us that appreciation doesn’t have to be complex. Sometimes, the best way to say thank you is just to say it—clearly, boldly, and from the heart. A Handwritten Reminder: You Matter What stands out most about this letter isn’t fancy wording or deep storytelling—it’s the tone. This letter feels like it’s coming from a neighbor, a grandparent, or someone who thinks about our
From the Frontlines: A Box of Cards, a Nation of Support
Nov 19, 2019 · original
Sometimes, what travels the farthest isn’t a supply drop or a mission order—it’s a message from home. Recently, Command Sergeant Major Paul E. Luce of Task Force Chamberlain in Afghanistan shared how one box of letters delivered more than just paper. It delivered strength. A Surge in Morale, Straight From the Heart “We received a box full of wonderful cards today from kids from all over the country,” wrote Sgt. Maj. Luce, “basically ‘thanking’ our soldiers for answering the call to duty.” But these weren’t just simple messages. Many of them, he said, were deeply personal and heart-wrenching—filled with wisdom well beyond the years of the children who wrote them. For a unit based 5,000 miles from home, made up largely of soldiers from Maine, the cards made them feel like they had family everywhere. Connection in the Midst of Sacrifice The letter speaks candidly about the sacrifices made b
From the Front Lines: A Marine Captain’s Gratitude
Nov 19, 2019 · original
Every letter sent through A Million Thanks carries more than ink and paper—it carries connection, hope, and motivation. Captain Doug Cullins, a U.S. Marine Corps officer stationed in Ramadi, Iraq, recently wrote to share just how deeply those letters impact his Marines. A Boost When It’s Needed Most Captain Cullins didn’t hold back: “Your support and patriotism has helped strengthen the resolve of our Marines.” In an environment filled with uncertainty and long days far from home, he described the letters as something that truly keeps his team going. These messages, often from people they’ve never met, remind them that they’re not forgotten—that their service matters. Motivation From the Home Front According to Captain Cullins, support from people back home—especially strangers—has a direct effect on morale. “It’s people like you that keep the Marines motivated and proud to serve our cou
From the Frontlines: Letters That Carry the Nation’s Voice
Nov 19, 2019 · original
In a quiet hospital room at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, a wounded soldier received a handwritten letter from a stranger. It was a simple message of thanks—but it came with the full weight of a nation behind it. That moment, shared by Lieutenant General Roger C. Schultz, is a clear example of how your letters make a lasting impact. A Personal Delivery With Powerful Meaning Lieutenant General Schultz, Director of the Army National Guard, wrote to thank A Million Thanks for the role it plays in supporting our troops. He personally distributed some of the letters sent through the program and saw the difference they made firsthand. “Your efforts make a difference in people’s lives and ensure our Soldiers know that their Nation is solidly behind them,” he said. Uplifting Those Who Serve and Sacrifice The letter emphasizes something we hear often from military leadership: morale matters. W
From the Frontlines: Lifting Spirits in the Midst of Reconstruction
Nov 19, 2019 · original
In Afghanistan, where the mission is as much about rebuilding as it is about defense, a simple message from home can carry extraordinary weight. Major Kent Anderson of the Qalat Provincial Reconstruction Team recently shared just how much the letters, pictures, and drawings sent through A Million Thanks have meant to his team of Soldiers and Airmen. A Reminder That They’re Not Forgotten “We truly appreciate all that you do for us,” wrote MAJ Anderson, “to include the pictures, drawings and letters of support.” In a region focused on governance, security, and reconstruction—supporting schools, clinics, and building roads—life is demanding. Morale is critical. These notes from strangers serve as meaningful reminders that people back home recognize their work and sacrifices. Rebuilding Lives, Boosting Morale The Soldiers and Airmen of Qalat PRT aren’t just protecting—they’re building. They
From the Frontlines: Notes from Home That Stay with Them Forever
Nov 19, 2019 · original
When a box of letters arrived in Iraq for a combat medic unit, it wasn’t just mail—it was a morale boost, a reminder that people back home haven’t forgotten. Sgt. Fernando Velez, one of the NCOs in a combat medic team, wrote to A Million Thanks to share just how powerful those letters truly were. Simple Words, Lasting Impact At first, Sgt. Velez wasn’t sure what the package was. But before long, letters and cards were posted all over their working area, shared among soldiers who were deeply moved by the messages. “I must admit some of them were heartwarming others were so cute in their innocence,” he wrote. He even photocopied a few to share with friends in other units—because some letters deserve to be read more than once. Messages That Mattered One letter, written by a child, read: “Thank you soldiers for what you do.” The child drew a dozen soldiers lying in pools of blood and a few s
Dear Hero: Katie’s Message of Thanks
Nov 18, 2019 · original
One Letter. A Thousand Thanks. Sometimes, it only takes one letter to remind us why this mission matters. Katie, a 20-year-old college student with no personal ties to the military, decided to write a letter through A Million Thanks. She didn’t know where it would go or who would read it. She just knew that someone, somewhere, needed to feel seen. Needed to feel appreciated. Needed to hear the words: “Thank you.” “It is people like you who make me proud to be an American.” Katie’s message was short, sincere, and full of heart. She thanked a stranger for their courage, their bravery, and their willingness to protect a country full of people they would likely never meet—including her. That kind of gratitude—simple, direct, and honest—can carry more weight than we realize. Real People. Real Impact. This is exactly what A Million Thanks is about. Not just letters—but connection. Not just wor
Thank You for Everything: A Letter from Katie
Nov 18, 2019 · original
A Heartfelt Message from a Grateful American Among the thousands of letters we receive at A Million Thanks, some stay with us. Katie’s letter is one of those. She’s not a soldier. She’s not from a military family. But she took the time to create something meaningful—because she wanted someone in uniform to feel seen. Decorated with hand-drawn stars, bold words like “thank you” and “everything,” and a pink-and-blue American flag, Katie’s letter is full of emotion. It’s not polished. It’s not rehearsed. It’s real. And that’s exactly what makes it powerful. Katie writes to an unnamed service member with sincerity and curiosity. She talks about bravery and sacrifice, imagining what it must be like to wear the uniform. She shares that her mom served as a military nurse and acknowledges how hard it is to step into the role of someone who serves. Even though she doesn’t know who will read her l
Straight ‘A’ Thanks from a 4th Grader
Nov 18, 2019 · original
A Young Voice of Gratitude When we talk about the power of gratitude, we often think of adults writing to express appreciation. But sometimes, it’s the youngest voices that say it best. Charles, a 4th grade student from George White Elementary School in Laguna Niguel, California, wrote a letter that captures everything A Million Thanks stands for—honor, appreciation, and inspiration. In his carefully handwritten message, Charles thanks the men and women of our military for their courage, sacrifice, and patriotism. He recognizes that their service allows people back home to live normal lives, and he doesn’t take that for granted. “Thank you very much for your courage, sacrifice, and patriotism so we can have normal life at home.” Inspiration from the Next Generation What makes Charles’s letter even more powerful is his sense of responsibility. He draws a connection between the commitment

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