- DO use a small to mid-sized boxes. The smaller and lighter the box the faster it will arrive to its destination.
- DO consider the resources your service member has around them. If there isn't time for your service member to brew coffee, or they are without a microwave for hot tea or hot cocoa, consider sending alternate resources like an electric kettle.
- DO write lots and lots of letters
- DO create a theme for your box.
- DO include some sort of DIY project. (EX: 50 reasons why I love you or appreciate your service, Open When letters, Laminate your own kisses with clear tape, create love coupons, etc.)
- DO learn how to play Tetris to maximize space!
- DO shop after holiday sales
- DO send favorite snacks
- DO send home baked goods
- DO remember that boxes are sometimes inspected throughly, depending on branch of service, and specialty.
- DO make sure you tell your service member when you are sending an expensive item so they can keep a look out for it.
- DO consider using USPS flat rate boxes.
- DO use as much tape as possible.
- DO provide accurate shipping information
- DO get a custom form if you are shipping a package overseas.
- DO store energy drinks, items with strong odors, or anything that might leak/melt in individual ziplock bags.
- DO place stickers around the package prior to taping it up. This will allow your service member to easily identify if their box has been tampered with during transit.