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CELL PHONES FOR SOLDIERS INC

Foundation Rolling (Quarterly) Grants for Veterans

Funding Amount

Free calling cards (prepaid international)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Minutes That Matter

Overview: Provides free prepaid international calling cards to deployed service members, allowing them to call home at no charge.

Status: Active program (established 2004)

Geographic Scope: Global (supports deployed U.S. service members worldwide)

Focus Areas: Military deployment support and family connectivity

Program Impact:

  • 21 years of operation connecting those who protect the US

  • Over 450 million minutes provided

  • Over 8 million prepaid calling cards distributed
  • Who It Serves:

  • Active-duty deployed service members

  • Military personnel stationed abroad

  • Troops in war zones and deployment areas
  • Program Details:

  • Completely free prepaid calling cards

  • No cost to service members

  • International calling capability

  • Ready-to-use upon receipt

  • No expiration or hidden fees

  • Boosts morale and preserves vital personal bonds

  • Bridges distance of deployment
  • How Cards Work:

  • Prepaid international calling cards

  • Can be used by deployed troops to call home

  • No charges to service members

  • No hidden fees

  • Ready to use immediately upon receipt
  • Donation/Support Information:

  • For $5, donors can provide 2.5 hours of free talk time to a deployed service member

  • Donations directly support military personnel staying in touch with family and friends
  • Contact:

  • Phone: 1-800-982-0972

  • Email: [email protected]

  • Address: 4120 Commercial Center Drive, Suite 250, Austin TX 78744

  • Website: cellphonesforsoldiers.com
  • How to Apply

    How to Request Prepaid Calling Cards

    Step 1: Complete the Application

  • Fill out online request form with:

  • - Requestor's name
    - Recipient name (deployed service member)
    - Mailing address
    - Number of phone cards requested

    Step 2: Submit Request

  • Complete online form at cellphonesforsoldiers.com
  • Step 3: Receive Calling Cards

  • Cell Phones For Soldiers verifies information

  • Calling cards are mailed to address provided

  • Cards are ready to use upon receipt
  • Eligible Recipients:

  • Active-duty deployed service members

  • U.S. military personnel stationed abroad

  • Troops in any deployment location
  • Benefits:

  • Stay connected with loved ones at no cost

  • No hidden fees

  • No expiration dates

  • Immediate usability

  • International calling capability
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    veterans

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