COA is proud to launch Operation Hugs for Heroes, a heartfelt community initiative to show appreciation for the brave men and women currently deployed.

Through this special effort, COA is inviting the community to help purchase snacks and write messages of hope, gratitude, and encouragement that will be packed into care packages and sent to nearly 10,000 deployed service members. For many who spend months at sea away from their families, a simple snack and a handwritten note can be a powerful reminder that people back home are thinking of them and are grateful for their service.

We invite individuals, families, schools, churches, and businesses to join us in this meaningful mission. Whether you donate snacks, sponsor care package supplies, or write a heartfelt message, your support will help deliver a powerful “hug from home” to our heroes overseas.

Together, our community can make sure these soldiers feel appreciated, remembered, and supported, no matter how far from home they are. 💙

To make donating easy, supporters can donate here

You can also purchase items directly from our Amazon Wish List, and the items will be shipped straight to COA for packing and distribution:

or Drop off Donations

Mon - Fri 10am-4pm

515 E. 3rd St. Long Beach CA 90802

Or at our thrift shop

Clark and Atherton Mercantile

1772 Clark Ave, Long Beach, CA 90815

Operation Hugs for Heroes

By CHRISTIAN OUTREACH IN ACTION

Operation Hugs for Heroes

Sending Love to Those Who Serve US