Members of the Paola American Legion Auxiliary of Miami are making their annual plae for donations for veterans early this year. Veterans can select Christmas gifts for their families at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Medical Center in Leavenworth. According to the Miami County Republic, gifts must be new, current and seasonal-style merchandise appropriate for Christmas Gifts.
The deadline to have the items to the American Legion at 5 Delaware Street in Paola is Friday, October 18th. Monetary contributions are also needed to help cover the cost of postage, purchase wrapping paper and get additional gifts when the supply runs out. In addition to the actual gift items, gift bags are also needed. The bags are easier that having to wrap presents, according to the release. Donations of cookies, some sugar free, are also requested for veterans to enjoy while they wait to shop.
