Operation: Military Kids Hero Packs

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Georgia OMK

Hero Packs

Hero Packs are OMK knapsacks filled with a variety of items from the OMK Partner Agencies, which are given to suddenly military youth as a thanks for the sacrifices that they make while their parents are deployed.

Hero Packs contain a variety of items intended to provide children with fun activities and ways to stay connected to their deployed parents. In addition, information is provided to parents regarding local support programs for children and families.

Organizations interested in building Hero Packs for distribution to youth should contact an OMK Program Assistant for information on materials.

Hero Pack Lesson Plan

Individuals interested in requesting a Hero Pack for a loved one can fill out a request form here.
In the future, all Georgia Family Assistance Centers (there are 13 of them in Georgia) will have Hero Packs available for pick up.

Donations of materials for Hero Packs can also be made to the State OMK Team by contacting an OMK Program Assistant. Items such as stationary, stamps, journals and disposable cameras are always welcome.

The University of Georgia and Ft. Valley State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and counties of the state cooperating. The Cooperative Extension Service offers educational programs, assistance and materials to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability. An equal opportunity/affirmative action organization committed to a diverse work force.