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1st Advantage Foundation Giving Tree

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Mom in military uniform on rug playing blocks with young child. Holiday tree in the background.

Help us give back to local military families this holiday season!

The 1st Advantage Foundation is committed to giving back to our local military community by supporting E1-E6 service members and their families. Join us in making a difference by donating much-needed items.

Donate from Home

Make a donation online or shop our Amazon wish list, and your gift will be shipped directly to us.

Donate at a Branch

Visit one of our branches with a Giving Tree: Kiln Creek, Denbigh, Williamsburg Commons, New Town, Grafton, Coliseum and Mercury

• Take a star with the item you wish to donate — and please keep the star as our token of gratitude.
• Bring the unwrapped item you purchased to the branch and place it under the tree.
• Cash donations are welcome, just see a branch teller.

Amazon Wish List

Requested items – new only please

Onesies (0–3 months & 24 months)
Aquaphor
Wooden blocks & children’s books
Unopened diapers (Size 1, Size 4, and 2T–3T)

Even if the branch you visit doesn’t have a Giving Tree, they’ll still accept donations. See all branch locations here.

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