Overseas Coupon Program

I'm sure by now that most of our followers are aware of our coupon clipping habits.  We often mention that while together we clipped coupons.  But you may not know why we clip coupons. So we've decided to tell you why in hopes that some of you might be interested in doing something similar!  So we present to you a quick introduction to clipping coupons for military members and their families overseas.  We are part of a program called Overseas Coupon Program and they give a list of bases in need of coupons.  We chose a base and then followed the "rules" on their website for how to cut, sort, and package the coupons. Below is an edited version of what the program is and how it works (taken from their website):

       Our program serves military families by assisting you to forward "manufacturer's coupons" to overseas military bases.  These bundles of coupons are placed on tables, at the PX/ BX and Commissary, or handed out for use by military members and families on base.  This helps the family save valuable dollars and stretch their budget.  

        This is not a tax deductible charity.  This is a patriotic charity.  You are supporting the service person and their family by sending coupons that you do not use, and all of the extra ones that you can find, to them.  The service pay rates are no longer below the poverty level, but they are in no way great when you have a family.  Our military service families appreciate your assistance. 

Also from their webpage is their explanation of how to participate:

How to Participate

1.  Choose a base from the "Base List" page that says "Yes, Please Adopt Us!" in the left column.
2.  Follow the instructions on the "Adoption Page" to adopt a base.  
3.  There will not be a confirmation.  See the "Confirmation Requests" Page for more information.
4.  Follow the instructions set forth on the "FAQ" Page to collect coupons and prepare them for mailing.  You may also wish to visit the "Hints" Page.
5.  Mail the coupons using information from the "Mailing" page.  (Typical questions answered at the bottom)6.  Report your dollar totals using information from the "Reporting" Page.  (Typical questions answered at the bottom)

It's really quite easy to participate, don't let the instructions fool you.  Their website has answers to any question you would ask - they've been doing this for 17 years so they've compiled quite a list of Q&A.   As a tribute to this post we've put up a new poll for you all to answer - you might even be able to get a hint about the answer by reading past posts (but we're not making any promises).

7.  Annual "Adoption & Donation" Pages will tell you the last time they

 were updated until the full year is posted.