American Legion Post 419 in Amagansett has put out a call for support. On Nov. 23, the American Legion will host a Bonac clam chowder dinner from 4 to 8 p.m., with proceeds going to two veterans in need who have been out of work because of serious injuries.
“We have in our organization what we call a benevolent fund,” Fred Overton, the legion’s financial officer, said. “We have fund-raisers and put it in an account, so that when a veteran needs help with groceries or fuel oil, we can help them, and their families as well.”
“We don’t have a lot of money but we do what we can,” he said. “We need a bit more help.”
A donation of $25 gets you a bowl of clam chowder, salad, and dessert. There will be a cash bar. “People can buy tickets by calling the legion or coming in anytime after 3.”
Space is limited. “I can only cook so much chowder,” Mr. Overton said.
