Frequently Asked Questions
Doesn’t the Marine Corps supply the items that “Supplied to Survive” are raising funds for to give to Marines? The Marine Corps along with all of the other United States Armed Services does a great job of supplying our troops. We provide and augment after-market equipment and items. Except for a yearly allotment, enlisted Marines pay for all of their own uniforms, boots, socks, underwear, toiletries, etc. During deployment, some Marines are unable to get to the PX for weeks at a time to buy items. That’s why it is important for us to send them care packages during this time with needed items.
How much of the donations to “Supplied to Survive” go to the troops? There are no paid employees at “Supplied to Survive”. All production work for our website, advertising agency work and printing has been donated. All contributions are used to buy items, pay telephone, postage, website, and other expenses.
How can I be assured that “Supplied to Survive” is a legitimate non-profit organization and will do what they say they will do? “Supplied to Survive” is a corporation that is registered with the Texas Secretary of State and the Comptroller of the State of Texas. These filings include Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws, Mission Statement, List of Approved Items. “Supplied to Survive” has an Employer Identification Number issued by the Internal Revenue Service and has been approved by the IRS as a 501 (c) (3) organization according to section 170 - Tax-Deductible status.
Can I donate items rather than cash to “Supplied to Survive”? Yes, by all means.
Do not hesitate to ask us any questions concerning “Supplied to Survive”. |
