Agnes Hunter - Founder SOS Scotland

My son was also deployed to Iraq at the beginning of 2003 and in the initial stages of the conflict I was involved with another support group.  Karen and I very soon got to know each other however and decided to join forces.  In May 2003 SOS Scotland was formed and we've literally gone from strength to strength since!  I'm very passionate about supporting our Armed Forces and prepared to take on any challenges thrown my way!  I was instrumental in persuading the Government to introduce Free Postage on parcels to the Gulf in 2003, and although this has been withdrawn will continue in the fight for reinstatement for just as long as it takes. I'm very proud to lead a dedicated team of helpers here in Scotland, and to see interest in the site grow on a daily basis.  Looking forward to hearing from you!  Agnes

Kat - Donations Co-ordinator

As Karen's daughter in law, it would be hard not to be involved with SOS but I do genuinely love the enthusiasm and team spirit that goes into this, and the fact that we can make a difference to people's lives.  I'm married (well almost!) to an ex-solider and have a beautiful two year old daughter.  I work full time as an Account Executive within a busy Marketing Agency and now spend most of my spare time working on SOS, particularly the corporate donations side.   Please feel free to contact me and I'll do my very best to help!  Kat

Aberdeenshire (North East) - Debra

My name is Debra and I am A/C for Aberdeenshire.  I became involved with SOS when my youngest son was in Afghanistan and I received tremendous support from this site. My youngest son serves with the Para/Signals, my middle son was a Marine, my husband was in REME AC, my father, Royal Engineers and nephew Royal Artillery. We are a family with a strong and very proud military background based over many years of service.
My aim is to promote SOS in Aberdeenshire and try and build a strong team of volunteers. I am passionate about supporting our Troops but additionally the the fact that all of us at home can receive support whilst our loved ones serve their country. Looking forward to chatting and perhaps meeting with you in the future. Debra

Barmouth - Wendy

I'm a mother of three, all of whom  who have now  flown the nest.  I now run my own caravan & camping  business here in Barmouth.  Having two members of my family in the Forces I know through them how grateful they feel when they receive messages and gifts from home.  I wanted to help out and feel SOS will be a great way for me to do this.  I have a son serving  in the 1st QDG where he made friends with my now son in law a Fijian! Please feel free to contact me  Wendy

Barnsley - Joy

Hi, My name is Joy, 52yrs of age and retired and I am told that I have a wicked sense of humour. I first came across SOS at the beginning of June2008, I had been looking for a site where I could do something to support the services out in Iraq and Afghanistan. I wanted to send parcels out but did not know how to go about it, I now do of course and I am so enthusiastic about SOS I decided to take the next step and become the A/C for Barnsley. I have found it so rewarding getting together my first couple of dozen of shoe boxes and cannot wait to do more of the same together with lots of ideas I have for fund raising etc. I do not have anyone in the services now but 3 members of my family have served in the RAF and the Royal Navy. I sincerely hope that I can do a good job for SOS and look forward to hearing from anyone who wishes to contact me and  to making new friends.  Joy

Bodmin - Amy

I am a 22 year old female who has a LONG conection with the Armed Forces and my partner is a serving Royal Marine. I orginally discovered SOS when my partner was serving in Afghanistan as Ii was desperatly seeking British supporters merhandise. I have got involved with SOS as Ii feel that not enough is done for our service personnel, which is obviously a cause very close to my heart.  Feel free to contact me Amy

Bradford - Bev

Hi my name is Bev.  I have a hubby, 3 children, a daughter in law and 2 beautifull grandchildren.  My eldest son  is a Corporal in the Army and lives in Salisburry with his family. He has been in the Army for 5 years and his first tour at 18yrs was in Iraq.  This was hard for all off us but with posative thought we  pulled through.   I have soon to be son in law who is serving in Iraq so he has been our Santa  will be the Easter bunny too! I was glad to be asked to join the team by Karen and hope to be of help and support to everyone.  Thank you Bev

Bridgwater - Samantha

Hi, I am Samantha ( Sam ), married with 3 sons aged 19, 16 & 10. My oldest is in the Royal Engineers and has recently returned from Op Telic 10. I live in a village close to the Somerset Levels near Bridgwater.

I am a part time health care assistant and I have  recently qualified as a florist as I would like to run my own business one day. Been with my husband for almost 21 years but only married for 3 of them !!!!! Time for a medal I think. !!!! Sam

Bristol - Kim D

My name is Kim, I have lived and worked in Bristol all my life. I am married to Michael and we have three children Emma 19, Amy 11 and Sam 10, two dogs and two rats. I became involved with the Support our Soldiers campaign after my daughter joined the Army in January 2007 and I stumbled across the site while looking for support from other parents who had children in the forces. I look forward to working with the rest of the team

Kim D

Bromsgrove & North Worcestershire - Maria

Hi I'm Maria, 42, 5ft nothing and a bit mad!!!! I've decided to come on board as the SOS co-ordinator for the Bromsgrove and North Worcesteshire Area.  I have one son, Philip in the Army, plus another 50 or so that seem to have decided I'm "Mama Pim's", Pim's being Phil's nickname. I'm also an ex Army Wife so know how hard it can be. Having being involved with the Christmas Parcel appeal and not only seen how successful it was but how much the troops apprecaited all the efforts and support, I wish to continue with this on a long tem basis.. As a soldiers mom, I can appreciate the support they need, but also the support families need.  Most of the support in our area at Christmas was from non military connected people who have no way of becoming involved other than through SOS.  I therefore wanted to be that contact and continue the wonderful support shown throughout the new year and beyond. If anyone needs a shoulder to cry on or wants to help out in anyway please feel free to contact me.  I'm not as stupid as my photo looks. Maria

Caldicot & Bridgend - Mike

Hi, I am Mike and live in Caldicot Monmouthshire, retired businessman with time on my hands in helping and supporting others, I have got involved with sos because I have grandchildren in the army. Alex in the Engineers and James who is at present deployed in Afghanistan with the 1st Queens Dragoon Guards (Welsh Cavalry) I know as an ex soldier how important it is to support not only our loved ones serving on active service but there families back home, it is my aim along with family and friends in helping to raise funds and sending parcels to our troops in Irac and Afghanistan, and give my help and support to those in need, I can be contacted at any time by e-mail. Mike

Chepstow - Christine

I live on the Welsh/English border in Chepstow, very close to Bristol, Cardiff Newport and Gloucester. I have 4 daughters aged 23, 22, 20 and 11.  I work part time for a Local Recycling Company, I have been a SSAFA caseworker for the past 8 years and I really enjoy it.  I found SOS when my eldest daughter was sent to Afghanistan In August; I got involved with the parcel appeal and enjoyed every minute of it. There are some amazing and supportive people out here, not all with military backgrounds many of whom have asked how they can support our Troops. I want to do what I can throughout 2008 and beyond. And if anybody in my Area wants to help or just chat please feel free to contact me. Christine xx

Co Donegal - Sandra

Hi my name is Sandra, I'm married to Frank and have two sons,
the youngest is 3 and the oldest is 7.  I love helpping people out.
I like walking and doing things for others if they need help.
My auntie is already a representative for SOS and as she's told about the work that that do I knew this would be a great cause to join. Please feel free to get in touch  Sandra

Crawley - Kate

Hi, I'm Kate and I live in Crawley West Sussex. Co-ordinators seem a bit sparse down here in the South so having helped with the Xmas appeal thought it was time another came onboard. I have lots of friends and family in the Army and Air Force and have grown up with my Dad in the TA and heavily involved in the Army Cadets. I am now an Adult Instructor for the detachment of Army Cadets in Horsham. I really think it's important to get the kids involved in the appeals as this is affecting their world now and will be their children in the future. So many of them have siblings and even parents away on tour and I can see their admiration as they talk about them. My boyfriend is in the Army so I am very proud to be able to support him and all our troops doing a fantastic job. Kate xx

Doncaster - Jo A

I am a freelance craft demonstrator and designer, working up and down the UK. I am married to Paul and have three children, 19, 17 and 11. I am also a photographer in my spare time.  We have two Springer Spaniels, and we also foster for Spaniel Rescue. This is where my interest in SOS began after sending off Christmas Parcels last year to the Service Dogs and Soldiers through a Spaniel Forum.  Having family and friends that are, or have been, in the Services, I really wanted to help just as much as I can.

Jo A

Droitwich - Irene

My name is Irene, i have two daughters the youngest is 19 she lives at home with me, the eldest is 26yrs old she has a son who is 3yrs old.
I first read about S.O.S at Christmas 2007 thats when i decided to send some boxes out to our troops, who in my opinion are doing a wonderful job.
In February 2008 i contacted our local co-ordinator Maria with a few questions upon receiving her reply asking if i would be willing to help her out, i gladly accepted and have been happily working along side her doing both parcels and fundraisers, which i hope to continue with for as long as im needed. Irene

Exeter - Peter

Peter has been a passionate supporter and fundraiser for The Poppy Appeal and we're very pleased to have him in the team.  If you're in the Exeter area please feel free to get in touch.  Peter 01395 225722

Gillingham - Debbie

My name is Deb's, I live in Gillingham, Kent. I am an ex wife of a soldier who served  in the Falklands, and several NI tours.  I work part time, in a bookies (for my sins)  have 4 children and my youngest boy starts his basic training at Bassingbourne next week. and I am here to help in anyway I can. Debbie

Gillingham - Tara

Hi I'm Tara and I currently live in Chatham Kent with my husband John.  John has served 20 years with the Royal Engineers..... so far.  John is currently away on Tour in Afghanistan and during this time I found SOS.  I work as a Duty Manager for Sainsburys which keeps me busy when he is away.  We have no children just our dog Jessie (who is like a kid!!!).   I have been around the Army since I was 16 and wanted to help support other people who have loved ones serving and our troops and when I found SOS I knew this was a great way for me to do both.    So if you ever need a chat feel free to contact me.   Hugs. Tara

Gravesend - Tessa

My name is Tessa, im 25 years old i currently work as a nursery nurse. I have grown up with army life, my dad serving 22 years in the Royal Artillary, my partner served with 2 PWRR for 7 years, my brother also served with 2 PWRR and my brother in law is a sgt in the Royal Artillary. Id like to show my support to the guys and girls and a big thank you to you all. They have done a fantastic job. Tessa

Guildford - Linda

i'm Linda. I'm 44, I have a son that lives at home with me. Two other children  and 4 grandchildren that live in Aldershot. I work in Sainsburys as a team leader on checkouts. My late husband was in the Royal Anglian Rgt, Anti tank platoon. I cant wait to get involved with SOS and will do all I can to help and support our troops and their families. Linda

Guildford - Maureen

Hi I'm Maureen also known as Moosie from Woking, I am a mother of 3 and my youngest daughter Jay has just married a soldier and being a Soldiers daughter myself, after finding this site wanted to do all I could to help. I enjoy fishing, clay shooting, golf and many more such activities. If you need any help at all please feel free to contact me Maureen

Helensburgh - Louise

Hi Everyone, I’m Louise (Lou) I’m originally a Yorkshire Lass and lived in Leeds all of my life until moving to  Helensburgh, Scotland in February 2007.  My husband is in the Royal Navy serving on Submarines, and many moons ago he served in Army in the Prince of Wales Own Regiment of Yorkshire.  We have 3 beautiful children, 2 boys aged 11 and 3 and a girl aged 7.  I found SOS on the internet in November 2007 and decided I’d like to add my support,  My husband remembered receiving a box from a well wisher when he was posted to Iraq in 1991 and said how much it had meant to him. I got a great sense of satisfaction from making up just a few boxes, it was quite exciting finding bits and pieces to put in the boxes and seeing just how much I could cram in!! I have decided to become more involved with SOS and spread the word locally.  So if anyone fancies giving me a hand from time to time, or you just want a chat, please feel free to drop me a line Louise

Keighley & Skipton - John

My name is John and I am supposed to be retired!  I was a Housing Manager for many years.  Currently I teach Tai Chi and Chi King mainly, though not exclusively to people with disabilities or learning difficulties.  I served in the RAF as did my dad and uncles before me.  Amongst other things, I am on the committee of the RAFA, Skipton Branch.  The RAFA does a lot of work with Veterans and the dependants of those who have or are serving in the Royal Air Force.  As a Veteran myself I want to do what I can to support our lads and lassies serving on the front line. I do not necessarily agree with the reasons given for the various conflicts but nevertheless the Troops need all the assistance and encouragement we can give them.  I believe Support Our Soldiers fulfills this need admirably.  We've got operations started in Keighley and Skipton, and do need volunteers to help out, so if anyone is interested please do get in touch! 

I look forward to attending the publicity activities and to meeting some of the many friends who are out there helping our people.  See you then. John

Collection points for parcel fillers or made up parcels to be handed in -

Keighley . Paradis Cafe, Cooke Street (Opposite Cenotaph)

Skipton - St Andrew's Church Hall, Newmarket Street

Leeds - Lynn R

I am a mum to four grown up children, 3 girls and one young man who is in the Army, i found SOS last November as he was sent to Iraq and decided to help by sending a few parcels to Iraq. Ii enjoyed collecting things to put in the boxes and collecting money to buy fillers and decided to come on board as joint a/c for Leeds with my now good freind Kazza b who i met through SOS  LynnR

Leeds - Karen

I'm nearly 49, single and work for an Iinternational research company based in Leeds as a facilities manager. I am a mum to Lauren 23 and Ryan 22 , Lauren graduated last year and is now doing her teacher training , Ryan is a soldier  in the Para Engineers , he has just been deployed to Afghanistan .
I found SOS in November when I discovered my son was going to Afghanistan, I needed some support and Ii dont know what I'd have done without it so  Ii would like to give somthing back  Its my mission to get more involved with fund raising and making people aware of the amazing work that SOS does.  I'll be working,along with my friend Lynn R  from Leeds who I met through this wonderful site. Karenb

Leicester - Amanda

I'm Amanda, an ex Army wife, my late ex husband served for 39 years and was the proud recipient of an MBE.  I have 3 children, my eldest son is serving in the Army, my daughter a PA and my youngest son an avid Army Cadet. My late father was  in the Royal Signals and my brother in the ACC. I found SOS when my son first went to Afghan a few years back and after successfully sending out Xmas parcels accepted Karens kind offer to become an A/C. We have a very active 'SOS' group here in Leicester,  raising awareness by giving presentations to scouts/guides, WI's, and youth clus, and fund raising with coffee mornings and stalls at fetes . I also run a lovely, well attended families group, where we  support each other and share our news etc. If you would like to join us on any of the events, have an event you would like to arrange, or would like to come along to our families group,or send letters/parcels and support our troops then please get in touch with me,.  I  AM VERY PROUD TO BE SUPPORTING OUR TROOPS Amanda

London - Jacqueline

I am 51 years married to David, and moved to this area approx 4 years ago from Stearton in Ayrshire. So don,t know too many people down here, that is one reason i have found sos a great help to me. I have two sons Kevin and Graeme both serving in Iraq together with the Royal Artillery. They have received parcels and good wishes from sos and speaking to them made me realise how much it was appreciated by them, but it also brought it home to me that there is a lot of troops out there who do not receive even an e-bluey, and i think that's what made me want to do all i could to help

Jacqueline

London - Victoria

I'm Victoria, i'm 22 from South East London. I wanted to join SOS because i've had family members in the forces (2 uncles, Irish Fusilier and REME) a friend in the RAF and my lovely boyfriend is currently away serving in Afghanistan with the REME. This is his first tour so it's quite a difficult time for me. I thought joining SOS would give me a great chance to speak to others that are in the same situation. This is a perfect way for me to show my support and thanks to our brave boys and girls that fight so we don't have to. I know how thankful they are to get parcels, cards and letters. I look forward to doing everything i can to help! Victoria

Luton - Louise J

Born and bred in London I lived there for many years before uncovering a very well kept secret - the fantastic countryside that is on Luton's doorstep. Sometimes I get to ride in this if the horse graciously consents.  I also foster cats for Cats Protection.  I first became involved with SOS during the Xmas Parcel AppeaI and have continued to send care packages since then.  Being involved with SOS is a way of saying "thank you" to our Armed Services and their families, and I love doing the boxes.  I hope I can help.  If I I don't know the answer to a question I'll certainly do my best to find out. Please do feel free to get in touch!  Louise J

Morpeth - Glenn & Elaine

My grandfather, father and uncle were in the Forces.  I was in the Merchant Navy.  I just care passionately about our Armed Forces and just want to do my bit to help.  We`re so proud of them and feel priviledged to be involved.

I`m proud of our lads and lasses in the Armed Forces,  and want to do something to make a difference to their lives while they`re away from their home and family.  Just to let them know that we care.

To contact Glenn or Elaine please email Morpeth

Penzance - Sue

Hi Im Sue,retired mental health professional, Iv lots of time on my hands so thought SOS was a worthy cause. I have many people in my family who have served in the past, dad, uncles and granddads. i fully support our troops. Iv been involved with christmas parcels since 2005 and have a lot of support in and around my area. My mum and I sent our first parcel to American troops in  Vietnam in 1966 I guess the habit just stuck with me. Im here for anyone who needs my help Sue