Annie

Nov

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED DECEMBER 2011

WE DELIVERED OVER 300 TO THE NAVAL HOSPITAL OF SAN DIEGO TO OUR WOUNDED HEROES, ALONG WITH BAGELS AND COOKIES. WE DELIVERED OVER 200 TO OUR SPECIAL FORCES HEROES HERE AT HOME IN THE UNITED STATES. THANK YOU TO ALL WHO DONATED THEIR TIME, TALENTS AND GIFTS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON.

A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO ALL THE WONDERFUL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SCHOOL CHILDREN WHO MADE BEAUTIFUL THANK YOU CHRISTMAS CARDS FOR OUR HEROES! YOUR HAND MADE CARDS WERE THE HIGHLIGHT OF OUR GIFTS. OUR TROOPS LOVE GETTING NOTES FROM AMERICAS KIDS!

It’s that time of year again our 5th annual Stockings for our Combat Wounded Soldiers outreach project. For the past 5 years American Soldier Network has gathered items from corporate sponsors and individuals for our Stockings that we deliver to our combat wounded warriors in the hospital. Last year instead of actual “stockings” we had American Flag soft-sided coolers sponsored and we stuffed those.

This year we need everyone’s help!

Stockings cost approx $40.00 each.

WHAT: Stockings for combat wounded warriors

Click Flyer to download PDF

WHERE: Send all items or sponsorships to:

American Soldier Network
24000 Alicia Parkway #17 Suite 244
Mission Viejo, CA 92691

WHEN: By December 9. 2011

WHAT TYPE OF ITEMS?

-pocket games
-iTunes gift cards
-Mc Donalds gift cards
-SubWay gift cards
-small electronic games
-batteries for electronic games
-cd’s & dvd’s
-small books
-2012 calendars
-fun novelty items
-non peanut snacks
-game books
-puzzle books
-pencils, pens for the game books
-items to help pass time while hospitalized

ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE WE ARE A 501C3 TAX EXEMPT ORGANIZATION

LET’S ALL GIVE TO THOSE WHO HAVE GIVEN THEIR ALL

With deep heartfelt gratitude, thank you!

Annie Nelson
Founder

info@americansoldiernetwork.org

Sep

Wounded Soldiers Enjoy a Day at the Races

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by Mary Forney, LA Horse Racing Examiner

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and the pictures in this slideshow from yesterday’s Military Appreciation Day at Del Mar Racetrack certainly leave one speechless.

The Labor Day event, hosted by a group of benevolent horse owners and the racetrack, and organized by Annie Nelson of American Soldier Network, gave more than 100 combat veterans and combat wounded returning from Iraq and Afghanistan a chance to forget for a little while the many hardships they have faced and those that still lie ahead.

The soldiers enjoyed an afternoon of racing, handicapping the horses with team competition, and visits to the saddling paddock, starting gate, and winner’s circle. When they gathered on the racetrack in mid-afternoon and faced the stands, they received a long and emotional round of applause from the on-track crowd.

A very special guest this year was Tibor (Ted) Rubin, Medal of Honor recipient and Korean War veteran. Rubin, who survived 14 months in the Mauthausen concentration camp in Austria as a child and was liberated by the U.S. Army, went on to serve in the 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division and was a POW in North Korea for 30 months. He was twice wounded and received two purple heart awards.

Nelson, who worked with TVG’s broadcast department to help broaden the reach of those viewing the event, said: “There are so many veterans in attendance or watching the races on TVG that have never been thanked or appreciated. This touches them, too, because it’s like a brotherhood. It shows them Americans really care.”

Donations to this cause can be made here.

Jul

Bowling 4 R Brave Spare time 4 R Cause!

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What a great night to spare time with veterans, presently serving members of our US Military, their families, friends, supporters and bowling enthusiasts all raising awareness and support for our American Soldier Network! Thank you to all who volunteered, bowled, cheered and participated in such a fun evening! Congratulations to the winning bowling team the USMC Team from Camp Pendleton! Oo Rah! Special thanks to Modus Watches for our grand prizes, new Modus watches for each member of the winning team! www.moduswatch.com

Spare time & Support our Troops!

Our Mission

To educate and raise national awareness to the needs/challenges of our veterans and returning troops.
Our troops give so much and ask so little. We must explore all of the needs/challenges facing anyone who has worn our nations uniform. We will urge everyone to get involved and give back now.

Event Info:

You Bowl our troops WIN!

Whether you throw gutter balls or strikes, sharing an evening with friends, colleagues and our nations heroes promises to be a winning experience.
Come join the American Soldier Network, their sponsors and our heroes for an entertaining event and Freedom Isn’t Free Silent Auction
all raising funds and awareness for an amazing cause!

When: Saturday, September 17, 2011
Where: Saddleback Lanes
25402 Marguerite Parkway
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Time: 6:00 – 10:00

Download the Sponsor/Event Brochure. Click Here

American Soldier Network
24000 Alicia Parkway #17-244
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 355-3061 | Fax: 949-581-1913
www.AmericanSoldierNetwork.org
Follow Us on Twitter: @forRtroops
Facebook Fan Page: American Soldier Network
Angels Within Inc. DBA American Soldier Network
(EIN# 33-0713731) is exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Jul

Rocker Janes Addiction makes time 4 wounded warriors

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Several of our wounded warriors were invited to be VIP guests at the Hollywood Rock Walk’s induction of Janes Addiction this summer. It was a very memorable day for all. I am not sure who was soaking up the moment more, our wounded warriors, Janes Addiction or our advisory board member the amazing Dave Weiderman. Our host was the Guitar Center on Sunset Blvd in Hollywood, CA. Be sure to learn more about the Hollywood Rock Walk, a must see if you
are in the Southern California area. Check out www.hollywoodrockwalk.com

Jul

Freedom Isn’t Free PSA

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This spring we were able to produce our first Public Service Announcement. “Freedom Isn’t Free” was a collaboration of talent. What a great accomplishment from our celebrity advisory board members and other supporters of our efforts. We need to publicly thank all who helped to make this possible.

Director Scott Lautanen, Actor Joe Mantegna, Actor Nick Searcy, Actor Jack Scalia, Actor Scott Elrod, Host/LA Lakers scout Bonnie-Jill Laflin, Make-up Artist Benjamin Robin, the students and staff of the Los Angeles Film School, the services of Aegis RapidText, Actor & Writer Mik Scriba and our founder Annie Nelson.

Jul

2011 Prism Awards & American Soldier Network

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2011 – 15^th Annual PRISM Awards

The Entertainment Industries Council, Inc. (EIC) annually presents the PRISM Awards, in collaboration with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), FX Network, and News Corporation, for outstanding accomplishments in the accurate depiction of substance abuse and mental health disorders: prevention, treatment and recovery, in film, television, interactive, comic book, music, and DVD entertainment.

Starting with the PRISM Awards presentation in Beverly Hills, CA. Then moving to our nation’s Capitol for the preview of the PRISM Awards television special. Then finally reaching the public through a national simulcast airing. The PRISM Awards shine a light on how these issues are portrayed in the popular culture.

This year the Entertainment Industry Council invited American Soldier Network Founder Annie Nelson and Advisory Board member Actor Kevin Sorbo to open and present the first award of the telecast in Beverly Hills, CA. “The Prism Awards are such a wonderful way to acknowledge the amazing work and to salute those telling the powerful stories we are all impacted by. It was a humbling honor to be invited to participate in this years show. Raising awareness for our veterans is what the American Soldier Network is all about, being a part of this awards show is helping us to fulfill our mission.” Annie Nelson