What you are doing is a huge help to these men and women. Sometimes we think our quilts are just quilts, but I had a young man tell me that everytime he looks at his quilt he is reminded of the note that was with it, and it makes him realize his life is important. Readjustment is a long term thing.
BTW the note we include says:
Just to let you know that you are one very important person and we are so glad that you are a part of this world.