TL;DR USPS has begun strictly enforcing long-standing international customs rules on military and diplomatic mail (APO/FPO/DPO). These rules were always on the books but buried in postal regulations, seldom enforced, and rarely communicated. Even postal officials could not clearly explain why shipments were being returned. Only after reviewing years of
Belleview, FL, Saturday, July 20, 2013 From an article in the Ocala Star Banner Michael Tedeschi completed his required community service project, in partnership with Operation Shoebox, and raised a large number of donations and more than $2,000 to support troops deployed overseas. For his service project, Tedeschi planned and
Who fuels the boxes? Daily, we are grateful to receive goods and financial support from organizations like the Girl Scouts, Sam’s Club, and companies and small businesses around the nation. Our volunteers give tirelessly to make sure every hero’s needs are met.
Operation Shoebox is updating our shipping process to meet new customs requirements. During this transition, there will be a short delay in shipments leaving our facility.
✅ Care packages will still go out — we’re simply adjusting behind the scenes to comply with the new rules and keep boxes from being returned.
✅ We are also updating our website with a new list of requested items to reflect what can safely be shipped.
👉 If you are sending your own Adopt-a-Troop packages, or shipping directly, please use ShipThrifty for the smoothest experience and best rates under the new rules.
Thank you for your patience and support — together we’ll keep the smiles and supplies flowing to our heroes overseas! 🫡
