How to write a letter to a soldier at the front for the New Year

During a special military operation, words of support remain one of the most important ways to communicate with combat participants. This is especially felt on the eve of the winter holidays, when New Year's greetings for military personnel are being prepared all over the country. Anyone can write a letter both to their relative who is in the CBO zone, and to a fighter whom they do not personally know. How to issue an appeal and where to send it is in the Izvestia article.

How to write a letter to a member of the SVO: rules and addresses in 2025

Residents of Russia can send a letter to the participant of the SVO in free form. The delivery scheme remains centralized so that correspondence gets to the addressees faster.

If the letter is addressed to a specific serviceman, it is necessary to specify the number of his military unit. This information can be obtained from the serviceman himself, from his commanders, or from the military commissariat at the place of conscription. Next, the letter is processed at the Russian Post office at the address: 103400, Moscow-400, military unit number. Delivery to the SVO zone is provided by the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.

If the letter is intended for any member of the SVO, and not for a specific person, it must be sent to the address: Moscow, Suvorovskaya Square, 2, building 1, Central House of the Russian Army. The envelope must be marked "Letter to a soldier." This procedure is in effect in December 2025.

Russian Post continues to deliver letters and parcels to its free zone. The weight limit remains the same — up to 10 kg.

The content of the letter can be any, but traditionally, residents of the country talk about themselves, convey warm wishes, express support and gratitude. In December 2025, most of the correspondence is sent in the form of New Year's greetings, which are delivered to the soldiers for the holidays. You can still attach a postcard, a child's drawing, or a photo to the letter.

What to write to a military man at the front in 2025

In December 2025, children will again write congratulations for the New Year and for the Heroes of the Fatherland Day, which is celebrated annually on December 9th. All letters are collected centrally by educational institutions, then transferred to the organizers and sent to the front line.

Since the launch of the campaign, schoolchildren and students across the country have already sent more than 3 million letters to military personnel. They contain words of gratitude, wishes for health, victory and a peaceful return home. New Year's cards and crafts are especially in demand, which fighters often keep as personal memorabilia.

In a number of regions, military personnel on short-term leave visit schools and meet with children to personally thank them for their support.

Izvestia has prepared several versions of a letter that can be sent to the military on the eve of the New Year celebration.:

Letter 1

Dear soldier,

Happy New Year! I want to wish you warmth, strength and good health. May the coming year bring peace, good luck, quiet days and a speedy return home. We are grateful to you for your service, we remember you and sincerely look forward to your safe return to your loved ones. Let there be only a bright path ahead.

Letter 2

Dear friend!

On the eve of the New Year, I want to send you my most sincere words of support. You are doing important and difficult work, and we are proud of your resilience. May the coming year bring you strength, confidence, inner peace and good health. I wish that every new day would be better than the previous one, and the road home would be closer.

Letter 3

Dear warrior,

Happy New Year! During this festive period, I want to say thank you for your service and courage. You're doing a great job, and we believe in you. May the new year give you protection, hope and as many peaceful, peaceful days as possible. I wish you good health, good luck and a speedy return home safe and sound.

How to support ITS fighters financially and with humanitarian aid

In addition to letters, Russian residents continue to help the army through humanitarian projects. The largest federal initiative remains the Popular Front movement, which has been delivering equipment, food, medicines and other necessary goods to the front since 2022. The movement's branches operate in all regions, and delivery reports are published on the organization's official resources.

The humanitarian mission #MYPLACE remains active, supporting both military personnel and civilians in the new territories. Since 2022, volunteers have sent over a million tons of food and more than 800,000 units of humanitarian supplies. Thousands of volunteers are participating in the mission, many of whom will continue to work in 2025.