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American Legion Pat Tillman Memorial Post 53 needs your help

American Legion Pat Tillman Memorial Post 53 is asking your help to reach their "Wreaths Across America" goals.

As a Post, they are trying to get 250 of the 1,100 wreaths needed to place on graves at Camp Lewis (Joint Base Lewis McChord – Ft Lewis) cemetery. Wreaths are only $15 each and your purchase will allow them to do our share to place a wreath on every grave. We will place our wreaths this year on December 14, 2019 so they really need your donation soon. Just click on the link below in order to participate. Don't wait.

Added bonus: $5 of each $15 wreath donation is returned to American Legion DuPont Post 53 Family to support the National Emergency Relief Fund, Auxiliary Emergency Fund, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Youth Baseball, Boys & Girls State, and Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation. No where else can your donation benefit so many people while honoring our nation’s heroes.
Thank you - Tom Riggs, Commander

Editor note: The American Legion produces the Hudson's Bay Heritage Days BBQ and Chili Competition in Dupont. This last August was their third year and was a great success in providing one of the best events that draws visitors to Dupont. The event raises money for Dupont's youth. Please support the American Legion Post 53 who works hard for the community.

CLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR WREATH.

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Watch the video below to learn about Wreaths Across America.

HUGE "Thank you" to Dupont Mayor Courts for your generosity for being one of the first to buy wreaths. As a Veteran, your continued support for Veterans and the community is appreciated!

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