Submitted by Bill Eiker, SAL Historian
On October 7, 2017, the Sons of the American Legion (SAL), Post 239 of Cascade held a benefit drawing on the grounds of Fort Ritchie in Cascade.
Of the more than 2,500 tickets sold, there were over 1,000 people in attendance. Those present at the bash thoroughly enjoyed the fundraising festivities, the wonderful weather, the delicious meal, and were generously supportive.
Fisher House Foundation’s “Persons in Need” fund and the Cascade Elementary School’s “Christmas Project” will be prioritized in receiving the proceeds from the SAL.
Fisher House Foundation is best known for a network of comfort homes where military and veterans’ families can stay at no cost while a loved one is receiving treatment.
These homes are located at major military and VA medical centers nationwide, close to the medical center or hospital they serve. Fisher Houses have up to 21 suites, with private bedrooms and baths. Families share a common kitchen, laundry facilities, a warm dining room and an inviting living room. Fisher House Foundation ensures that there is never a lodging fee.
Fisher House Foundation also operates the Hero Miles Program, using donated frequent flyer miles to bring family members to the bedside of injured service members as well as the Hotels for Heroes Program, using donated hotel points to allow family members to stay at hotels near medical centers without charge.
A heartfelt thanks to all who endeavored to make this day a huge success. Winners of the event were M. Sewell, D. Sanders, Jr., J. Coyle, C. Morrow, R. Wolfe, B. Dawson, M. Cochran, K. Fiorita, D. Hobbs, B. Hammond, F. Keepers, F. Scheib, M. Green, J. Sanders, B. Shaffer, N. Hinckle, J. Davis, and C. Wilt.
