Sears gives tribute to active military parents who, instead of staying home with their families for the holidays are fighting for our country by continuing its Sears Heroes at Home Wish Registry™ program for the 2^nd time around.

Last year, thousands of thankful military families were helped by the customers’ simple and practical wishes. Many of the families like this one shared their experiences as a way of convincing customers to participate in the donation this year.

“Heroes at Home last year made Christmas much nicer for my kids. I was able to buy them all some really nice gifts. We have never been able to spend money on new decorations due to finances, so we let the kids all choose new things and hung them when we got home. Having been a part of this program last year made our Christmas very nice. I hope that this program gives another family the joy that it brought us last year.”

According to Don Hamblen, Sears’ chief marketing officer, “The Wish Registry enables all Americans to recognize and celebrate the commitment our military makes on behalf of our country everyday. I can’t think of a better time than the holiday season to give back to those who have given so much.”

In association with two non-profit organizations, Sears extends its military support in helping provide job placements and orientation for military veterans through the new Jobs for the Vet program.

MyVetwork Foundation, Inc. is a social networking site that caters to both active and non active military members and their families. While The American Legion, is the nation’s largest veterans organization. Both parties offer job support with no charges to families and friends of the veterans.

“This is our chance to both provide our brave and dedicated veterans with employment opportunities, and attract and hire more qualified veterans to our ranks,” Hamblen said.

Donations can be made by visiting www.Sears.com/heroesathome, more touching stories about families blessed may also be found here.