Schneider to Collect “Valentines for Veterans”

DEERFIELD, IL - Today, Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10) announced the launch of the Tenth District "Valentines for Vets" program to collect and distribute Valentine's Day cards to local veterans.

Constituents of all ages are encouraged to participate by dropping off cards in a drop box at Schneider's Lincolnshire office. The deadline for submissions is Friday, February 11, 2022.

"Every one of us has struggled with the reality of not seeing loved ones due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and veterans are no exception," Schneider said. "I always want to make sure we take the time to recognize and appreciate the sacrifices that our brave veterans have made for this country, but even more so during this time of isolation and loneliness. A card or handwritten Valentine's Day note is a small gesture that will make a big difference in making veterans feel loved and appreciated."

This is Schneider's sixth year hosting the program. In previous years, his office collected more than 1,000 cards from constituents and area schoolchildren, which Schneider distributed to veterans at Lovell Federal Health Care Center and a breakfast of the Lake County Honor Flight.

Schneider's office is located at 111 Barclay Blvd, Suite 200, Lincolnshire IL 60069. There will be a drop box outside the front door of the District Office, beginning Monday, January 24th as the office remains closed due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Constituents with questions should contact Robert Perez at 847-383-4870.

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