Mississippi Pioneers are working on the pilot program for their state --- Shoebox for Soldiers.  Soon,
employees will begin to see collection bins in certain areas around the state and lists of approved
items to bring.  For people that are in areas that are not sponsoring collection bins but still want to
contribute, a specialized Pioneer tee shirt will be offered for sale.

The purchase of one shirt will cover the shipping cost of one shoe box to be shipped overseas.

Please consider purchasing a t-shirt and pass the information on to others interested in doing their
part to support our family members fighting for our country in the service of the armed forces of
America. For more information, please see the Mississippi Chapters' Shoebox for
Soldiers web page.
Mississippi Pioneers Chapter Initiate Pilot Program for Military Support
A study of existing and prospective Pioneers led by an independent research firm found that
Pioneers today are particularly interested in “one-shot deals” for volunteering. Their ideal volunteer
project would take place on the weekend and allow family members and friends to participate, too.  

Pioneers Headquarters listened to what members and prospective members had to say and a series
of pilot projects that meet these criteria will be launched in the fourth quarter of 2009.

The Mississippi Chapter was selected to pilot the Military Support project.