A Lifeline for America’s Bravest

Helping Active-Duty Military Members and Veterans Stay Connected With Their Loved Ones

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Gather your Devices

Collect any cell phones and accessories you wish to donate. Every device can make a difference!

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Donate Less than 10 Devices

Help us by paying for shipping when you send less than 10 devices or phones.

Self-Paid Label

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Donate More than 10 Devices

Use our pre-paid shipping label for 10+ devices or use a self paid label.

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Drop-Off Locations

Bring your device to one of our 3000 drop-off locations nationwide.

Our Locations

What is Cell Phones For Soldiers?

Cell Phones For Soldiers is a national non-profit organization dedicated
to providing cost-free communication services and emergency funding to active-duty military members and veterans.

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Our Initiatives

Making a difference through various programs and initiatives. Our newest initiative, Cell Phones For Soldiers Mobile, provides veterans with free phones and service to help bridge the gap and keep them connected.

Cell Phones For Soldiers Mobile

Providing veterans with a free phone and a year of paid phone service.

Helping Heroes Home®

Providing financial assistance to military members and veterans in times of crisis or need.

Minutes That Matter

Connecting deployed personnel with their loved ones by providing international calling cards.

Environmental Impact

Reducing electronic waste and its impact on the environment through cell phone recycling.

Minutes

Since 2004, Cell Phones For Soldiers has provided more than 450 million minutes of free talk time.

Cell Phones

Recycled more than 25 million cell phones, reducing the impact on landfills.

Calling Cards

Mailed over 8M prepaid calling cards each week to service men and women abroad.

Veterans

Since July 2012, Helping Heroes Home assisted more than 7,500 veterans and their families with emergency funding.

Inspiring Stories

Discover the impact of our programs through real-life stories of transformation

Military personnel showing donated calling cards with gratitude.

A New Beginning

Today, I was surprised with the arrival of my cell phone. I wish to express my deepest gratitude for what you have brought into my life. Thank you so much, there are no words to say how I’m feeling at this moment. I appreciate the time and consideration given to me.
~G.W

Soldier and volunteer completing forms together at desk

Connecting Veterans

Hey Ma’am, I just wanted to shoot you an email and let you know that I appreciate everything you do for us veterans. I just gave Mr. West his phone and I set it up for him, he was estatic to have a phone again. So I know it may not seem like much but that made his day and I wanted to share that moment with you.
~R.J

Our Sponsors

Our sponsors play a vital role in Cell Phones For Soldiers, offering generous support to meet the critical needs of America’s bravest. Through donating cell phones, providing monetary contributions, and offering invaluable services, they make a profound difference in the lives of those who serve.