The Manson American Legion Wilkinson-Beeman Post 108 distributed $4,000 across six Chelan Valley organizations, reinforcing its dual mission of veteran support and local community aid.
The contributions, delivered between Oct. 19 and Nov. 5, targeted veterans, seniors, and families. Sergeant-at-Arms Craig Pittson was among the members presenting the funds.
These represent the Legion’s sixth consecutive year of support for the Season of Hope program and its fourth consecutive year supporting the Lake Chelan Food Bank.
The donation will fund gift cards, emergency heating assistance, and groceries for families facing financial hardship this winter.
- The Legion’s $4,000 total donation reflects a targeted strategy to address immediate community needs.
- The distribution aligns with the Legion’s four-pillar mission.
The Lake Chelan Food Bank received $1,000 on Oct. 24, its fourth consecutive year of support from the Legion. Member George Rohrich, who volunteers at the food bank, presented the contribution to Director Richard Springer. The food bank served 10,739 families in 2025.
Chelan Valley Community Nurse received $1,000 on Oct. 30, covering services like home visits and medication management. The program completed 245 home visits and handled 1,035 calls in the first nine months of 2026.
“Your generosity strengthens our mission and helps us better serve our community,” said Program Administrator Sherry Palmiter.
The Legion also contributed $500 to Tender Loving Care, a nonprofit assisting vulnerable seniors. The donation, presented Oct. 19 by Assistant Vice Commander Marie Cannon, arrives as TLC transitions leadership following the retirement of founding board member Claudia Swenson and the departure of Executive Director Sandy Zimchek from her daily responsibilities.
An unspecified amount was given to Lake Chelan Health Guild B on Oct. 21. The guild is fundraising to implement the Epic/MyChart electronic medical record system at the hospital.
The final donation, $325, went to the Quilts of Valor Foundation’s Chelan Group on Nov. 5. It marked the fourth consecutive year of support for the group, which has presented 50 quilts to local veterans since its April 2023 founding.
The Legion’s activities extend beyond monetary donations.
The post meets at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at the Manson Parks Building.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
