You Can Help:
Donating Money

Our program accepts cash donations to cover the cost of shipping packages overseas.

All donations are tax deductible and will be used specifically for this program.

At over $1 a pound, donations to cover shipping costs is our greatest need.

Please make checks payable to:

ARC
Operation: Care and Comfort

Please mail checks to:

Operation: Care and Comfort
2392 Walden Square
San Jose, CA 95124

Credit card donations are accepted online.

CONTACT INFO
Co-Founders

  (Click on the name
  to send an email)

Julie DeMaria
TroopSupport
@comcast.net
408.373.8635
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Cookie Crissman
Cookie
@piperitesystems.com
408.590.0731
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Randy Bye
408.577.2192
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2731 North First Street
San Jose CA 95134

TroopFest 2010 at Neto's — FAQs

Is TroopFest a political event, since it is being held on 9-11? Operation: Care and Comfort is not a political organization. We are holding this event on 9-11 to hold the Freedom Walk (as started by the Pentagon after 9-11) and to show our support of our troops, home and overseas.   What about tickets for TroopFest 2010 at Neto's? Your $10 ticket to TroopFest not only supports Operation: Care and Comfort, but gives you a BBQ lunch at TroopFest, and one entry into the TroopFest raffle! All proceeds will help pay mailing costs for Christmas/holiday packages to our deployed troops, and will help support local military families. Tickets are available at Neto's, through American Legion halls in Santa Clara and San Jose, and tickets will be sold at Operation: Care and Comfort events starting with PackingPalooza! Check out events page for details! http://www.operationcareandcomfort.org/occevents .   Is there a special ticket price for the military? All tickets for TroopFest 2010 at Neto's are $10. However, all those who identify themselves as military service members (by showing their military ID) when they purchase their tickets at the event will receive a special thank you prize gift at the event, including sports tickets, team hats, etc. while supplies last!   Are tickets to TroopFest 2010 at Neto's tax deductible? Your contribution is tax deductible, as allowable by law.   Is there a charge to participate in the Freedom Walk? The Freedom Walk and all events for TroopFest are free. Tickets are being sold for the BBQ lunch and raffle, and all proceeds support Operation: Care and Comfort. We encourage organizations such as scout troops, veterans service organizations, etc. to participate and bring your banner so we know who you are! The Freedom Walk begins at Neto's at 10:00 am. The route is one mile long (see map) and we will be following members of the Santa Clara PD and FD, as well as military members. We will have nurses and volunteers stationed along the walk route. The walk route will be closed at noon, where we will all meet at Neto's for a ceremony by the Mayor of Santa Clara, and the Police and Fire Departments. The music and other events will begin upon the completion of the short ceremony. Click Here to view the route of Freedom Walk.   What should I wear? TroopFest 2010 at Neto's will be held outdoors. Casual attire with comfortable shoes for dancing is recommended, along with a light jacket or sweater for the evening, in case it gets chilly. Sunscreen and hats are recommended!   Where is Neto's located? Neto's is located in downtown Santa Clara. Neto's Market and Grill 1313 Franklin Street Santa Clara, CA   Where should I park? Street parking is available as well as parking lots in the area.   What's for lunch? Neto's is preparing an outdoor BBQ lunch for those who purchase a ticket to TroopFest. This includes a BBQ sandwich, chips, and a beverage provided by the Coca Cola Company. Want something different? Your meal ticket will give you $5 towards an entrée item from the Neto's menu inside!   Are there raffle prize drawings? Your TroopFest 2010 at Neto's ticket includes one entry into our prize drawings. You need not be present to win and winners will be notified by phone!   More Questions? If you have other questions: Please contact Julie DeMaria by phone at (408) 373-8635, or by email at troopsupport@comcast.net.