The stamp features a photographic
illustration of a green plant sprouting from the ground, which is covered in
fallen leaves. The image is intended to symbolize the PTSD healing process.
“The Postal Service is
honored to issue this semipostal stamp as a powerful symbol of the healing
process, growth and hope for tens of millions of Americans who experience
PTSD,” said Board of Governors Vice Chairman David C. Williams, who served as
the dedicating official. “Today, with the issuance of this stamp, the nation
renews its commitment to raise funds to help treat soldiers, veterans, first
responders, health care providers and other individuals dealing with this
condition.”
The
Healing PTSD semipostal stamp is being sold for 65 cents. The price includes
the First-Class Mail single-piece postage rate in effect at the time of
purchase plus an amount to fund PTSD research. By law, revenue from sales of
the Healing PTSD semipostal stamp — minus the postage paid and the
reimbursement of reasonable costs incurred by the Postal Service — will be
distributed to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
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