Question: Can you become pen pals with someone in the military?

Military pen pal programs are generally run by volunteers, veteran-friendly private organizations, and similar groups. The Department of Defense itself does not operate such programs but you may find individual bases that have local programs originating with MWR programs, base family support offices, etc.

Who can I be pen pals with?

Here are ten websites you can join to find your pen pal:InterPals.Global Penfriends.Conversation Exchange.HelloTalk.PenpalsNow.Penpal Party.My Language Exchange.Polyglot Club.More items

How do I write to a US soldier?

How to Write Your First LetterKeep things light.Share things about yourself like hobbies or interests.Write about your life but keep it positive.Thank them for their service.If you have connections in the military, mention that.Be positive.Stay away from political or polarizing topics.More items •4 Sep 2014

What should you not write in a letter to a soldier?

Dont guilt trip your soldier. Please, please, please do not tell your soldier how much people miss them and they are doing a shoddy job paying respects back. Dont tell them theyve changed because they arent contacting you, that they dont care because they havent spent time with you or responded to you.

Do you get paid at basic training army?

Do You Get Paid for Basic Training? Yes. Youll be glad to hear youre at least getting paid to struggle through challenges that will shape you into a soldier. During the in-processing of Week Zero, the Army will establish your military pay records and scale.

Do pen pals meet?

What Is a Pen Pal? Back before email and free long distance, when a person wanted to communicate with someone who lived far away, they wrote a letter. Often, they never met in person. By exchanging letters, they shared mutual interests and taught each other about different cultures, religions, and lifestyles.

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