• “Full Deck for Freedom” Campaign Collecting Games for Mitchell National Guard Troops During Military

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    May 19, 2026
    “Full Deck for Freedom” Campaign Collecting Games for Mitchell National
    Guard Troops During Military Appreciation Month
     
    MITCHELL, S.D. — In honor of Military Appreciation Month, the community is invited to support Mitchell’s own service members through a donation drive called “Full Deck for
    Freedom,” benefiting National Guard Troop 665 Maintenance Support Company based in Mitchell, South Dakota.

    The campaign is collecting decks of playing cards and portable card games to provide troops with moments of relaxation, laughter, and connection while serving away from home. These simple games help relieve stress and boost morale during downtime.

    Requested donation items include:
    • Playing Cards
    • UNO
    • Phase 10
    • Skip-Bo
    • Five Crowns
    • Waterproof Cards
    • Travel Games

    Community members may donate by:
    • Dropping off items at My Place Hotel in Mitchell
    • Shopping the online wishlist through the campaign QR code or by clicking this link
    https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/R5QM05EPA5AV...

    Donations will be accepted May 1 through May 31, 2026.

    Drop-Off Location:
    My Place Hotel
    618 East Spruce Street
    Mitchell, SD 57301

    For additional information, please contact:
    (605) 597-7757
    mitchell@myplacehotels.com

    Military Appreciation Month is a meaningful opportunity to show gratitude for the men and women who serve our country. Organizers hope the community will come together to remind these hometown heroes that they are appreciated, supported, and never forgotten.
    Contact:
    Susan Dolney
    Susan@venerts.com, (605) 886-3698
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