Blue Ridge Communications is once again leading an initiative designed to deliver personal, handmade Valentine’s cards to those who might not otherwise receive one on Valentine’s Day — particularly our U.S. soldiers serving abroad, our veterans, and residents of local nursing homes.

“Last year, over 3,500 handmade Valentine’s Day cards were delivered,” said Julianne Brixius, Marketing/Public Relations Coordinator for Blue Ridge Communications.

“These cards serve as powerful messages of love, joy and hope to our soldiers abroad, our veterans, and elderly nursing home residents — people who are truly appreciative of the outpouring of kindness from such a simple act.”

Blue Ridge Communications invites everyone to make a card, and encourages children to participate in this campaign. “Creating a handmade card with their own personal touches, along with their name and a personal message can really teach the importance of simple giving,” added Brixius.

Cards can be dropped off at any Blue Ridge payment center or mailed to Blue Ridge Communications, Attn. Julianne Brixius, P.O. Box 215, Palmerton, PA 18071. You may also contact Julianne at 610-826-9080, ext. 2299, with any questions.

The deadline to return the handmade Valentine’s card(s) to Blue Ridge is Feb. 1, so that there is time to mail and/or deliver them.