A Heartfelt Message from a Grateful American
Among the thousands of letters we receive at A Million Thanks, some stay with us. Katie’s letter is one of those. She’s not a soldier. She’s not from a military family. But she took the time to create something meaningful—because she wanted someone in uniform to feel seen.
Decorated with hand-drawn stars, bold words like “thank you” and “everything,” and a pink-and-blue American flag, Katie’s letter is full of emotion. It’s not polished. It’s not rehearsed. It’s real. And that’s exactly what makes it powerful.
Katie writes to an unnamed service member with sincerity and curiosity. She talks about bravery and sacrifice, imagining what it must be like to wear the uniform. She shares that her mom served as a military nurse and acknowledges how hard it is to step into the role of someone who serves. Even though she doesn’t know who will read her letter, she writes from the heart.
“First of all, I send a sincere thank you… I’m really, truly thankful for everything you’ve done for our country.”
This Is What A Million Thanks Is All About
We don’t ask for perfection. We ask for honesty, appreciation, and kindness. Katie’s letter is a reminder that anyone—at any age, from any background—can make a difference with just a few words.
When our service members receive letters like Katie’s, they don’t just see ink on paper. They see someone who took the time to care. They’re reminded that their sacrifices are noticed, their courage is honored, and their service is appreciated.
That’s the heart of A Million Thanks. We deliver letters filled with gratitude, hope, and support to active-duty, reserve, and veteran military personnel all around the world.
You Can Do This Too
You don’t need to know a service member to thank one. You don’t need the perfect words or fancy stationery. You just need a little time and a lot of heart—just like Katie. Your letter could be the one that brightens someone’s day when they need it most.