By LAAH TUCKER
Special to the Hays Post
The Natoma American Legion Auxiliary Unit 109 continues to create lasting, impactful programs for veterans and their families.
Members inspire communities across the nation to join in positive programs and in giving mutual support to veterans and active military. By co-hosting the annual Veterans Day Salute with Natoma USD 399, veterans were given a voice by sharing their experiences in “Every Hero Has a Story."
A patriotic musical salute with special guests promoted a positive outlook for veterans’ service to defend and protect America. A Nex-Tech production team filmed the event, now airing on YouTube, https://youtu.be/z0XP5lMehyc.
From September through November, the unit collected Christmas gifts for the Ft. Dodge Soldiers Home, one of two soldiers’ homes in Kansas. During a Christmas event, men and women veterans who are residents of the home can shop free of charge for their families in a festive, quiet, safe environment.
The sacrifices of veterans and their families are lifelong sacrifices requiring diligence and attention by citizens throughout the year.
For information on membership or donations contact Shawna Dunlap, American Legion Auxiliary Chaplain and Natoma USD 399 secretary, 785-885-4478.