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VFW Post 2166 and its Auxiliary are teaming up with Second Harvest Food Bank to provide a food distribution for veterans and their families in need of assistance. The event will take place on Friday, Dec. 13, at 2 p.m. at the VFW Post, located at 2001 West Elk Ave., Elizabethton.

To ensure a safe and efficient distribution process, attendees are asked to make room in their vehicle trunks for the food box and to pop their trunk upon arrival at the post. Volunteers will load the food boxes directly into vehicles, allowing participants to remain in their cars. The event will be conducted with no person-to-person contact to protect everyone’s health.

In the event of inclement weather, the food distribution will follow the Elizabethton City Schools schedule. If the schools are closed due to weather, the distribution will not take place.

To ensure there is enough food for everyone, Second Harvest has requested an approximate count of food boxes needed. Those planning to attend are asked to sign up in advance by calling David Batchelder at the Carter County Veterans Service Office at 542-1824.

This effort is part of an ongoing commitment to support the local veteran community and their families, ensuring they have access to essential resources during the holiday season.