Get 10 Freebies & Gifts In Your Mail Box
From Uncle Sam

Unusual gifts for the entire family that you can’t get anywhere else. 

1) Free Pictures of the President and His Pets
Actually not just the President, but the First Lady, The Vice-President and his wife, as well as the President’s pets.  You must submit your request in writing to the White House.  For more information contact The White House, Greetings Office, Washington, DC  20502-0039; Fax: 202-395-1232; www.whitehouse.gov/greeting.

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You may also fax your request: 202-395-1232.

2) White House Greeting Cards For Your Friends and Relatives
There is nothing like a getting a card in the mail from someone special.  The White House sends out cards signed by the President to commemorate special events including:

• 50th (and subsequent) wedding anniversaries 
• 80th (and above) birthdays
• Weddings (sent after the event)
• Baby’s birth (sent after the event)
• Eagle Scout Award
• Girl Scout Gold Award
• Bar/Bat Mitzvah or equivalent occasion

You must submit your request in writing to the White House.  For more information contact The White House, Greetings Office, Washington, DC  20502-0039; Fax: 202-395-1232; www.whitehouse.gov/greeting.

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ADVANCE NOTICE REQUIRED. Your request must be received six (6) weeks in advance of the event date.

REQUIRED INFORMATION. Please include the following in your request:

• name and home address of honoree(s)
• form of address (Mr., Ms., Mrs., Dr., Miss, etc.)
• exact date of occasion (month, day, year)
• age (birthdays) or number of years of marriage
• your (the requestor's) name and daytime phone number
• Wedding (Include couple's married names and current or new address)
• Baby's Birth (Include baby's date of birth and full names and address of baby and parents)

WHEN TO EXPECT YOUR GREETING. In most cases, greetings will be mailed from the White House approximately ten (10) days prior to the event.

You may also fax your request: 202-395-1232.

3) Help Your Child Be A Great Reader
We all want to help our child succeed in school.  Go to the experts at the U.S. Department of Education.  “A Child Becomes A Reader: Kindergarten Through Grade 3” is a booklet that includes ideas about how parents can help their child become a reader when they talk, play, and read together.  This booklet also provides ideas about what effective literacy programs look like in day care centers, preschools, and classrooms. It is specifically written for parents with children in kindergarten through grade 3.  For your free copy write to Ed Pubs, P.O. Box 1398, Jessup, MD  20794-1398; 877-4-ED-PUBS; www.edpubs.org.

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4) Find Out What The FBI Knows About YOU
The FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) is responsible for investigating most federal criminal violations, and they maintain those records.  If you want to know if they have a special file on you, then all you need to do is submit a Privacy Act Request form.  Include your name and mailing address, along with any identifying information that might help them locate information about you (your date and place of birth, social security number, former addresses).  If you are interested in records pertaining to a particular incident you were involved in, please describe it. 
You must sign your request and have it notarized.  Also include how much you are willing to pay for duplication fees.  Send your request to Federal Bureau of Investigation, Record Information/Dissemination Section (RIDS), Service Request Unit, Room 6359, 935 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC  20535; http://foia.fbi.gov/.

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Complete, Sign, Notarize and Mail Form
Copies of form available at http://foia.fbi.gov/privacy_request.pdf.

5) Color Your Way To Education
"Endangered Species: Save Our Species" is an activity book offered through the Environmental Protection Agency. This picture book will introduce you to 21 endangered and threatened plants and animals found in the United States.  To request your free copy contact National Service Center for Environmental Publications, P.O. Box 42419, Cincinnati, OH  45242; 800-490-9198; www.epa.gov/ncepihom/index.htm.

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6) Protect Your Children From Drugs and Alcohol
Do you think your child is using drugs or drinking with their friends?  How do you make sure your child stays away from this activity?  The National Clearinghouse for Drug and Alcohol Information has a wealth of resources at your disposal.  Two of their most popular publications include:  "Suspect Your Teen is Using Drugs or Drinking?: A Brief Guide to Action for Parents and Keeping Your Teens Drug-Free: A Family Guide."  These publications give tips and suggestions on what the signs and symptoms to watch for, as well as strategies to intervene or prevent usage.  They also operate a toll-free number 24 hours a day to answer your questions.  To order your copies contact National Clearinghouse For Alcohol and Drug Information, P.O. Box 2345, Rockville, MD 20847-2345; 800-729-6686; http://ncadi.samhsa.gov.

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7) Get A Presidential Honor For Any Deceased Veteran
You can help commemorate the honor of a deceased veteran by requesting a Presidential Memorial Certificate, an engraved paper certificate expressing the nation’s recognition of the veteran’s service.  The veteran’s name is inscribed and the certificate is signed by the current President.  Eligible recipients include next of kin, loved ones, and friends.  More than one certificate may be issued.  To apply you must submit copies of the veteran’s discharge and death certificate (send copies, as originals cannot be returned).  You may call, write, or email this office if you have trouble locating these documents. You can request the Presidential Certificate by mail or in person at any regional office.  Contact Presidential Memorial Certificate (41A1C), Department of Veteran Affairs, 5109 Russell Road, Quantico, VA  22134-3903; 202-565-4964; www.cem.va.gov/pmc.htm.

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8) Free Scholarships To Send Your Kids to Outer Space
Space Camp, located in Huntsville, Alabama, offers kids ages 9-18, camp opportunities from weekends to 13 days in length.  Full scholarships are available based on financial need, special learning needs or academic achievement for students in fourth through twelfth grades.  Scholarships are available only for the specific 6-day programs.  Scholarship students may choose from the Space Camp or the Aviation Challenge.  Contact the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, Attn: Scholarship Office, One Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL  35805; 800-63-SPACE; www.spacecamp.com/scholarships/.

9) World’s Best Diet Info
Being active and making smart food choices is good for you, your health, and your family.  But how do you get everyone on board?  Energize Yourself and Your Family is a free 20 page booklet that provides tips on moving more, eating better, reading labels, and more.  The Weight-control Information Network has the latest information, publications, and resources dealing with obesity, weight-control, and nutrition.  For more information contact Weight-control Information Network, 1 WIN Way, Bethesda, MD  20892; 877-946-4627; http://win.niddk.nih.gov/.

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10) Two Weeks Free Travel For Teachers
Teachers from elementary to college can climb aboard a NOAA research and survey ship to work under the tutelage of knowledgeable scientists and crew.  Teachers can gain first hand knowledge to help enrich their classrooms.  Teachers may choose from one of 18 ships that conduct a variety of scientific research.  Applications are usually available October through January, and can be downloaded from the website or requested by mail.  Check to verify deadlines.  For more information contact NOAA Teacher At Sea, Office of Marine and Aviation Operations, 8403 Colesville Rd., Suite 500, Silver Spring, MD 20910; 301-713-7610; http://teacheratsea.noaa.gov.

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