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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT - HURRICANE HELENE
Florida has once again been severely impacted by another hurricane. Hurricane Helene has left some of our members facing much devastation. Loss of homes, furnishings, and even cars. So many have lost so much and some still can’t get to their homes or are without power. I was saddened at the loss of one of our members Rachel Burch from Unit 136, Saint James City. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
My heart goes out to the ones affected. We are Florida Strong and will do whatever we can do to help with this recovery as we have done in the past. We the champions of hope, and the architects of a brighter future. Together, we can rise, rebuild, and thrive once more.
Also, please note that we have our AEF, Disaster Relief and National AEF that you can apply for help. Please include pictures. Our Department AEF Chairman Kathy Helmy is here to assist you. If your spouse is a Legionnaire, the Legion also has National Emergency Fund (NEF).
Relief efforts are being coordinated by The Legion Disaster Relief Chairman William Hopner. He is letting me know where to drop off supplies. Currently, American Legion Post 250, Middleburg, is a drop off point. I will update as I receive more information from Bill
Currently, we are in need of:
- Cleaning Supplies
1. Mops
2. Brooms
3. Buckets
4. Bleach
5. Gloves
6. Shovels
7. Garbage Bags - Baby Items
1. Diapers (all sizes)
2. Wet Wipes
3. Powdered Formula - Gas Cards
- Pet Food
- Non-Perishable Food items
1. Manual Can Openers - Feminine Hygiene Products.
I am here for you, please feel free to reach out to me.
Charlotte Bass
Department President
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT - HURRICANE MILTON
My thoughts and Prayers go out to the families of those that have been severely impacted by Hurricane Milton and the tornadoes that he brought. Some haven’t even begun to recuperate from Hurricane Helene. Once again some have suffered loss of homes, furnishings, and much more. So many have lost so much and some still can’t get to their homes or are without power.
Department Commander Chris Hamrick has designated the following individuals to be the onsite point of contact in SPECIFIC AREAS that are projected to be directly impacted by Hurricane Milton. As the 16th District will be cut off due to bridge closures, our 2nd Vice Commander Bob Matheson will be coordinating efforts in that particular zone. CENTRAL AREA (TAMPA and East) will be
Central Area Commander Rick Orzechowski. Northern and Panhandle areas, please contact 3rd District Commander Stuart Scott for collection, distribution, and transport of relief supplies. Southwest Zone (Bradenton all the way South will be.
13th District Commander Keith Berres . Southern Area please contact 11th District
Vice Commander Stan Brown to coordinate relief supplies and the logistics transportation. Individuals or Posts/Units/ Squadrons that would like to make monetary donations can make checks payable to: American Legion Department of Florida or American Legion Auxiliary Department of Florida in memo line write "Disaster Relief" Or you can donate by visiting the Department website at Floridalegion.org Or scroll down to donate right here to send a secure payment to the office.
Please note it is the Post Commanders that will be contacting these designated individuals, and you can coordinate with your Posts what items are needed. Relief efforts are being coordinated by The Legion.
My heart goes out to the ones affected. We are Florida Strong and will do whatever we can do to help with this recovery as we have done in the past. Together, we can rise, rebuild, and thrive once more.
Also, please note that we have our AEF, Disaster Relief and National AEF that you can apply for help. Please include pictures. Our Department AEF Chairman Kathy Helmy is here to assist you. If your spouse is a Legionnaire, the Legion also has National Emergency Fund (NEF).
Charlotte Bass
President
American Legion Auxiliary Department of Florida
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