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About Flat Daddies
Why is the American Red Cross partnering with SFC Graphics?
The Greater Toledo Area Chapter sees this as a win-win partnership. SFC Graphics is meeting a need for families of those troops stationed away from home and the Red Cross looks forward to integrating Flat Daddies as an enhancement of their services to member of the armed forces and their families through their AFES program. What is the AFES program? AFES stands for Armed Forces Emergency Services. Both active duty and community-based military can count on the Red Cross to provide emergency communications that link them with their families back home, access to financial assistance, counseling and assistance to veterans. Red Cross Armed Forces Emergency Services personnel work in nearly 800 chapters in the United States, on 62 military installations around the world and with our troops in Kuwait, Afghanistan and Iraq.
Is a cardboard cutout really a good substitute for a deployed parent?
Experts believe the cutouts are a useful psychological device, especially for children, to help cope with the stress of long absences. It helps the family stay connected and is a constant reminder that even though mom or dad is thousands of miles away, they are still a part of their lives.
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes, you will receive an electronic receipt for tax purposes. The American Red Cross is a tax-exempt, non-profit organization as described in section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code of 1986. Adequate records will be maintained and made available to the IRS upon request.
Taking and Selecting a Photo
Does the photo need to be in uniform?
It is best for the photo to be taken in uniform, but we understand that you might not have a good quality photo of your loved one in uniform.
Do I need to send a full body photo?
No. A photo that is waist and up is preferable. The Flat Daddy is printed life size, waist and up.
Does the photo need to be of my loved one alone or can you crop him out?
It is best if the photo is of your loved one alone, but we are able to crop the photo if there are others in it.
After Your Order is Submitted
Will I receive a confirmation after I submit my order?
Yes. After your order is submitted, you will receive an email confirming that we received your order. Then after your photo is reviewed, you will receive another email to confirm if it is approved to print.
When Your Flat Daddy Arrives
When I get my Flat Daddy, will it be mounted to a board and cut out?
No. The Flat Daddy is printed on an adhesive back material (thanks to our material sponsor LexJet). You can leave the photo as is, or you and your family can peel the backing off and stick your Flat Daddy to a board (cardboard, foam core, etc.) and cut it out with a sharp knife.
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If you have additional questions, please email questions@flatdaddies.com