Testimonials -

"The ASYMCA is an important complement to our efforts to improve the quality of life of military personnel and their families. I thank them for their work and look forward to a continuing relationship with the ASYMCA that will benefit those who serve our country.” -David S.C. Chu, Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness

“Continued support of our military personnel and their families is so important to those who serve for our country ... the programs conducted by the Armed Services YMCA are of great comfort and support to those with a deployed family member.” -General Michael W. Hagee, 33d Commandant for the United States Marine Corps

“As our troops continue the important task of protecting our freedom, it is equally important to take care of their family members here at home. Now more than ever, during this time of war, we must demonstrate to our deployed troops that we will provide for their families.” -Congressman John M. McHugh, 23rd District, New York, ASYMCA Military Family Congressional Champion Award Recipient

“Operation Hero has made a difference in the lives of hundreds of Marine Corps children, and we are glad to provide the ASYMCA with support to continue this important work.” -Greg Verone, Senior VP for Defense Services, Sodexho

“I wanted to write and thank you for the Christmas stockings that the Armed Services YMCA sent to my unit. We have been deployed for 11 months to Kuwait in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. It was hard for my soldiers to get in the Christmas "mood" while they are so far from home. The stockings you sent were key to the Christmas spirit within my unit.”-Captain Dave Hosler, Central Texas

“To the staff and volunteers of Operation Kid Comfort,I cannot thank you enough for the beautiful, heartwarming quilt that you so lovingly made for my little girl, Kaylie. When I opened the package last week and unfolded the quilt, Kaylie’s eyes lit up when she saw the pictures and she immediately started pointing to them and saying “Da-Da!” She carries her quilt with her everywhere and when I see it wrapped around her it’s almost as if her Daddy is here with his arms wrapped around her. The beautiful quilt it far more than just patches of fabric—it’s a tangible reminder that the person who means the most in the world to both of us is doing something very important far away, but he’s always in our hearts.This quilt will be a treasured keepsake for my daughter now and always. Although it was made to bring her comfort during this difficult time, it comforts me as well, to see her snuggle it and talk of her Daddy. Thank you so much for making these quilts for children of deployed soldiers—they DO bring comfort when we need it the most.” -Julia Noland