Sgt. Sowers appears in a CNN clip to encourage us to remember our troops as we enter the holiday season and simple ways that anyone can help.

Operation Once in a Lifetime is collecting toys for the children of U.S. Service members for the holidays. Bring an unwrapped toy to one of our drop-off locations or contact us at contact@operationonceinalifetime.com to find the nearest location near you.

Help make the season brighter for our soldiers’ kids!