(The sites listed below are not owned or operated by the Maryland National Guard)

• Remember My Service (RMS)
  Remember My Service (RMS) is a program created by StoryRock Electronic Publishing that helps Military units create an annual historical record.  The program includes training, support, and a proprietary software application, customized for the U.S. Military

Unlike a traditional historical record or a video slideshow, RMS is an interactive compilation of the events and experiences collectively shared by Service members within a unit. The completed RMS is placed on computer disc (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM) and can be distributed to each member of the unit, families‚ and even within the community to increase awareness between the Military and civic organizations.  CLICK HERE to access the RMS site.

• America's Heroes at Work  
  The new America's Heroes at Work Web site (http://www.AmericasHeroesAtWork.gov) is intended to provide information for employers about TBI and PTSD as well as guidance on implementing workplace accommodations for affected employees. In addition, it will supply information about job coaching and mentoring programs. The Web site also includes contact information for the Job Accommodation Network, which gives employers personalized assistance with job accommodations for disabled veterans.

• Let's Say Thanks
  If you go to the web site at www.letssaythanks.com, you can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and it will be sent to a soldier that is currently serving in Iraq.  You can't pick out who gets it, but it will go to some member of the armed services.  It is 100 percent FREE and it only takes a second to brighten the day of one of America's modern heroes. 

• Treats for Troops | Military Registration
  Add your name to our Foster-A-Soldier Program and individuals and groups who want to support our troops. By sponsoring a soldier you will be able to choose a gift that will be shipped directly to you by Treats for Troops, Inc., from the Treats for Troops Gift Shop. Your personal contact information is known only to Treats for Troops; it will never be given out to sponsors. Registration is fast, easy and free for active duty military personnel.

• Operation Military Pride
  Supporting deployed military members worldwide

• Operation Hero Miles - Official Website
  Operation Hero Miles was created by the US Airlines and Congressman Ruppersberger to meet the needs of our soldiers deployed overseas. It relies on the generosity of thousands of fliers who have donated over 540 million miles to help our soldiers

• Blue Star Mothers of America
  We are mothers who have or have had children serving in the military . We are a non-profit 501(c)3 service organization supporting each other, our children and promoting patriotism .  An outstanding article listed in the DOD news link gives a short history about our organization and the Blue Star Banner. Please visit here

• Operation Shoe Box
  Our purpose is to encourage citizens to support their fighting men and women deployed overseas in these dangerous times.

• Books for Soldiers
  Books For Soldiers is a soldier support site that ships books, DVDs and supplies to deployed soldiers and soldiers in VA hospitals, via our large volunteer network.

• Operation Uplink
  At this site, you can donate a calling card to help keep service members in touch with their families

• Defense America
  At this site, you can sign a virtual thank you card

• Fisher House
  At this site, you can make a donation to families whose loved ones are being treated at military and VA hospitals

• Gifts From the Homefront
  At this site, you can support your troops and lift their spirits by sending them special gifts

• You can also show your support by making a donation to one of the below listed military relief societies:

  • Army Emergency Relief

  • Navy/Marine Relief Society

  • Air Force Aid Society

  • Coast Guard Mutual Assistance

  • American Red Cross Armed Forces Emergency Services

• To volunteer at a VA Hosptial, go to http://www.va.gov/vetsday

• U.S. troops deployed to the Persian Gulf region and other overseas locations can now receive personal messages from family members, friends, neighbors, colleagues and supporters via the pages of "Stars and Stripes" as well.  "Messages of Support," gives family and friends of deployed service members a chance to pass their greetings, words of encouragement and announcements free of charge. "Messages of Support" can be e-mailed to "Stars and Stripes" 24 hours a day at messages@estripes.com   The message is limited to 50 words or less and will be printed on a first-come, first-run basis. "Stars and Stripes" reserves the right to screen and edit all messages and to omit any determined inappropriate.