The local Better Business Bureau (BBB) is taking steps to launch fundraising efforts for its Minutes for the Military (M4M) program in local schools across western Washington. Being home to several military bases, western Washington communities have many loved ones serving overseas. The cost of calling internationally is very expensive, and the M4M program was created to help with these costs by raising funds to purchase calling cards for deployed soldiers.

After a successful fundraiser last July, the BBB is taking preliminary steps to introduce the program in Washington schools next fall. Not only will students be fundraising for calling cards, but will also be gathering items for care packages. All funds and donations will go directly toward supporting our troops serving overseas.

“We are so proud of our troops and are so excited to launch a program that will enable them to keep in better touch with their families,” said Robert Andrew, President and CEO of the BBB serving Alaska, Oregon, and Western Washington.

"BBB is excited to launch a program that gets students involved and excited about supporting their communities," said Shannon Barney, event manager. Through this program your BBB hopes to create a lasting relationship with local students, teachers, and administration. If you would like to take part in or want more information about the M4M program for your local schools or to make a tax-deductible donation, please contact your BBB(206)431-2222 or (253)830-2924 or visit www.bbb.org.