AFSA collects items for Wounded Warriors Published Nov. 3, 2009 By Airman 1st Class Katherine Windish 11th Wing Public Affairs BOLLING AIR FORCE BASE, D.C. -- As the winter season approaches, the National Capital Region's Air Force Sergeants' Association Chapter 300 is collecting items to donate to the Wounded Warriors at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, comforting them during the holidays. Items are needed for men and women in all sizes, and must be new and unused. Smaller items normally with a retail value of less than $30 are greatly appreciated, to include the following: Candy and snacks (store bought and individually wrapped) T-shirts Athletic shorts Underwear, boxers and bras Athletic pants (snaps on both sides are needed for amputee patients) Bathing suits and swim trunks (one piece for women) Full-size toiletry items (except shampoo and conditioner) Slippers and flip-flops Sweatshirts and sweatpants Warm jackets Towels Wallets Model kits DVDs Non-disposable razors and razor blades Athletic sneakers Backpacks (preferably solid black for military requirements) Games and activities, to include electronic poker, solitaire, blackjack and model kits Other, higher value items on the wish list are: Nintendo DS and Brain Age games, to help with cognitive functioning and concentration for wounded warriors recovering from head injuries. Wii game consoles and the Wii Fit game, used for physical and occupational therapy exercises to help with balance and coordination. MP3 players and iPods, to help with stress reduction, relaxation and pain management. Gift cards in any denomination, as well movie, music and sports event tickets of any values may also be donated. Donations will be accepted until Nov. 20. For more information, contact Staff Sgt. Crystal Jimson at crystal.jimson@afncr.af.mil of (703) 697-1500