Left: Recognizing the good work done by the Cook County Senior Center, the American Legion Auxiliary recently gave a donation to the center. Presenting the check to Senior Center Director Bev Green (right) was Auxiliary Member Nancy Backlund.
The American Legion Post 413 Auxiliary is delivering its annual donations this month. At the December meeting the Auxiliary decided that it should contribute to the local chapter of the Salvation Army, the Cook County Senior Center, the North Shore Care Center, the Cook County Food Shelf, the Silver Bay Veterans Home, and Northland Honor Flights.
Auxiliary President Janet Breithaupt said auxiliary members have donated to these organizations in the past. “The members feel they do the most good or have the most impact on veterans,” said Breithaupt.
This year each of the groups received $500 from the Legion Auxiliary.
The money is raised by Legion Auxiliary members through a bake sale, the Fisherman’s Picnic bingo tent and food tent sales.
Anyone who would like information on becoming a member of American Legion Post 413 Auxiliary is encouraged to call stop by the Legion lounge or contact Auxiliary President Janet Breithaupt at jbreithaup@aol.com.
Right: Anne Sullivan of the American Legion Auxiliary recently presented Mary Sanders of the Salvation Army with a check for $500. Sanders, a dedicated Red Kettle bell ringer, said the gift was deeply appreciated.
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