CELL PHONES FOR SOLDIERS INC
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December 18, 2012
CPFS is a great way for me to put to better use the unused cell phones laying around my home. So many soldiers are deployed without a way to call home. I love that they will convert my old phones into calling cards.
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Definitely
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Definitely
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 23, 2012
Since 2004 Cell Phones for Soldiers has made a difference in the lives of our military members and their loved ones by helping them with their communication needs. We couldn't do this without our wonderful volunteers: individuals, businesses, schools, religious groups, military groups, and large corporations have made Cell Phones for Soldiers what it is today. Together, through the recycling of cell phones~ especially smart phones~ we have been able to provide millions of minutes of talk time. We look forward to continuing to assist our active duty troops as well as our returning veterans through Helping Heroes Home: www.helpingheroeshome.org. Thank you for your continued support!
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Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
Will you tell others about this organization?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
November 23, 2012
CPFS is an organization that has made a huge difference in the lives our troops and their families. Check out the new initiative, Helping Heroes Home: www.helpingheroeshome.org
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Definitely
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Definitely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
October 23, 2012
Why didn't this charity respond to the BBB's request for information. While I'm sure they are doing good, I normally like to see what their % expenses are before I donate to any charity. It's great theye are helping our troops but what if their overhead is 50%?
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Unsure
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
A lot
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
October 10, 2011
What a great charity. They have been donating calling cards to our troops for years and just keep sending more. Plus, they recycle old cell phones and iPods to get the money for the cards. Good for the troops and good for the planet!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
they're professionalism.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
not...they are just right as is.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
A lot
How did you learn about this organization?
someone sent a donation envelope along with their product return.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
October 10, 2011
I am a retired USAF military member and I wish they would have been around when I paid $9 - $12 / minute to call home - their service is to be totally commend - so uncharacteristic of the younger groups to step forward as the two founders did here and put together an organization as they have that has truly helped so many. they get my vote with 5 Stars
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I see that most of the money they get goes to getting prepaid cards for the military in the Middle East.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Get them to push harder to get more organizations involved.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
How did you learn about this organization?
Via the Internet and word of mouth
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
1 person found this review helpful
May 12, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
Our Company started collecting phones last February. Had planned on doing it for a few months. Due to the over whelming response from our small town of less than 1000 people we are still collecting and have no plans on stopping. We have mailed in over 500 phones to date with more coming in each week.
This is a Great Organization and Proud to be a part of it!
Keep up the Great work! I highly recommend every American to join this great cause!
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My Nephew and others in his troop received cards and were so pleased!
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Wouldn't change a thing!
March 8, 2011
This organization is great! No only do they fulfill a need often overlooked by military support groups, but they also help the environment. I've donated many phones over the years and will continue to aid this effort.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
recycling phones to benefit our troops overseas.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Grow the program to support veterans back home.
April 18, 2010
I am sort of disappointed because I have yet to receive any confirmation that the phones I have sent over the past two years were received. I have also submitted names on the website and don't know if any of the soldiers received phone cards. Our AMerican Legion Riders group also does care packages and I would love to know how to get cards back from this organization to put in our packages-just not sure who to contact-haven't had a lot of luck with the email contact-we have been doing this for over two years now-any ideas on how to have a better experience?
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
it is amazing how many people have cell phones laying around that can be recycled
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Send out a confimation of receipt-I know this would take extra money and manpower though.....
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
People are so happy when they give me a phone-it makes them feel like they are doing something worthwhile
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
no experienc
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
use it to make sure that all our troops have the ability to call home
Ways to make it better...
I received confirmation from the phones I sent-I do NOT use prepaid labes-I pay the costs to ship myself and my return address is on every box sent.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
Trying to operate cheaply
One thing I'd also say is that...
It's a wonderful program and according to the other comments I've seen, working great-maybe I need to put forth more effort...
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
April 13, 2010
I was introduced to this site via my FRG group and in reading all that it has done I took it upon myself to collect cell phones from my family. Anything I can do even once my husband is back stateside will be done for this organization. GREAT WORK Thank you!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my husband received calling cards that he was able to distribute to his soldiers.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
n/a
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
is thier creativity on creating funding.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
I have not met any.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
make sure all deployed soldiers could make sure they had access to family.
Ways to make it better...
cant think of anything
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
funding
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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