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Series Honors Service, Supports Military Charities

Posted: 4/29/2011

Collectible cans pay tribute to men and women in uniform.

(NAPSI)- One common household product, used on everything from tools to automobiles, has gotten a major face-lift to help honor those who serve or have served in uniform. Select 8-ounce cans of WD-40® Multi-Use Product sold in the U.S. now feature special artwork that honors all branches of the U.S. military and pays tribute to those who protect their country at sea, in air and on land.

The special cans of the popular multipurpose lubricant, which has a multitude of practical uses in and around the house, will also help support a good cause. For every Collectible Series can purchased through Memorial Day, May 30, 2011, WD-40 Company will donate 10 cents to three military charities, a minimum of $100,000 per charity. Organizations supported by the program include: Armed Services YMCA, which provides educational, recreational and social programs and services for military personnel and their families; Wounded Warrior Project, which honors and empowers injured service members through unique programs and services that meet their needs; and Veterans Medical Research Foundation, an independent medical research institute dedicated to honoring service with science so every veteran receives the finest research-based care.

Those who purchase the themed cans will also get special codes to unlock exclusive online videos starring actor and retired gunnery sergeant R. Lee Ermey. The humorous videos feature the former drill instructor training civilians on how to use WD-40 Multi-Use Product to solve everyday problems around the house and in the garage. Consumers can also upload their own photo with “The Gunny,” share it with friends and get a glimpse of special behind-the-scenes footage inside the WD-40 Fan Club.

The WD-40 Military Collectible Series is available for a limited time at retailers nationwide. To learn more about the promotion, visit www.SupportTroops.WD40.com.