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WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 8, 2008) - Movies and games have always
been popular among deployed troops, providing a break from the
intense daily realities of their duties and a way to fill downtime
while away from their loved ones.
With that in mind, Blockbuster stores nationwide, in partnership
with United Service Organizations, are making it easy for Americans
to donate video games and DVDs to deployed forces.
"The DVD and game drive is a way for Blockbuster stores and the
American public to make life a little better for U.S. servicemen
and women when they're so far away from home," Larcine Bland,
Blockbuster's vice president for community affairs, said.
Customers simply purchase new or previously viewed DVDs and
games at participating Blockbuster stores, then drop them into
convenient USO drop boxes. For security reasons, Bland emphasized,
the USO can accept only DVDs and games originating from
participating Blockbuster stores in this program.
The entertainment retailer will match donations made at its
stores - up to 20,000 DVDs - and work with the USO to distribute
them to troops stationed across the world.
"We are excited to work with Blockbuster to continue to boost
the morale of our men and women in uniform and their families
around the world," said Edward A. Powell, USO president and chief
executive officer.
Over the last 10 years, Blockbuster has regularly provided
entertainment for military personnel by donating movies, games and
home entertainment equipment to the USO.
To find out about more individuals, groups and organizations
that are helping support the troops, visit
www.AmericaSupportsYou.mil. America Supports You directly connects
military members to the support of the America people and offers a
tool to the general public in their quest to find meaningful ways
to support the military community.
Editor's Note: To find out about more individuals,
groups and organizations that are helping support the troops,
visit www.AmericaSupportsYou.mil. America
Supports You directly connects military members to the support of
the America people and offers a tool to the general public in their
quest to find meaningful ways to support the military
community.
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