American Legion seeking to aid tornado victims

Published 11:47 am Thursday, March 30, 2023

By Staff Reports

American Legion
American Legion Drane-Prine Post #79 in Wesson is collecting supplies to get them to the people of those areas impacted by tornadoes last Friday. Drane-Prine Post Commander Bobby Thornton said they have served and would continue to serve the victims.
Mississippians are in need of help after losing homes, businesses and transportation. Thornton asks people to pray for the families of the area and the families of those that have lost loved ones.
“American Legion will come together and start helping to rebuild their community,” Thornton said.
People can drop off items at American Legion Post 79 on 1014 Main Street Wesson, MS 39191 on these days at these times in the coming weeks.
April 3 – 7  ( M-F) 3:00 pm to 7:30 pm
April 8 (Saturday) 12:00 to 4:00 pm
April 10 – 14 ( M-F) 3:00 pm to 7:30 pm
April 15 (Saturday) 12:00 to 4:00 pm
If you prefer to donate money and allow for us to purchase additional items please write your check to American Legion Post 79 and on the check mark 2023 MS Disaster Relief.
Check this list for how you can help:
Our continued and earnest prayers
Mailboxes and posts
Bright orange paint
Bright yellow spray paint
Personal Hygiene Items
Toothpaste
Tooth brushes
Deodorant
Bath Towels
Shampoo
Conditioner
New pillows
New sheets
New blankets
New air mattresses
New cots
Charcoal
Trash bags( various sizes)
Band-Aids
5 gallon buckets with lids
Peanut Butter
Individual wrapped snacks
Protein Bars
Bottled Water
Don’t forget the pets;
Dog and Cat food
Kennels (various sizes)
In addition, the American Legion Emergency Relief Fund is always available to contribute.  Funds from this goes to Veterans and their Family who are members of the American Legion.

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