Deployed Troops, Veterans will Reap Benefit of Christmas Stocking Event thanks to VFW, Volunteers

BY SARAH STEPHENS

ELMORE/AUTAUGA NEWS

PHOTOS FROM VFW POST 1249 OF PRATTVILLE

Once again, the VFW Post 1349 of Prattville has held a very successful Christmas Stocking Stuffing event.

“Each year our Auxiliary organizes and executes this huge event, supporting deployed troops and surrounding VA facilities,” said Mike Dodge, Commander of Tri-County Post 1349 of Prattville. “There are so many to thank, but a HUGE thank you goes out to Janice Harris and Sharon Jones for spearheading the event.  We also want to thank volunteers from the 26th Network Operations Squadron and our local Boy Scout Troop 617.”

Dodge said that together, the volunteers filled 300 stockings with goodies. Volunteers from the 26 NOS assisted in transporting boxes to the Post office to be mailed. 

“We value our community partners, and greatly appreciate their continued efforts in supporting our Veterans,” Commander Dodge said.

For all those who participated and made this possible, just remember that because of your efforts military members and veterans across the globe will be reminded how much they are appreciated. While they may not be home with their families, a piece of home will be much appreciated. May those deployed remain safe and come home soon.