Dear Editor:

I am very proud to be part of this community! When it was realized that our Coast Guard Station personnel stationed here in Boothbay Harbor and living in our community will be working to protect us in ways we know so well, and in ways we never hear about, are continuing to do this critically important work without pay as a result of the government shutdown, the Boothbay community rose to the occasion by providing a wide range of support. Daily I hear about another fundraising effort, or members of our community providing financial support. Even nationally financial institutions like Navy Federal Credit Union and USAA are providing interest free loans.

The American Legion is providing $1,500 grants to our Coast Guard men and women with children. Our Post is joining this community effort by having a fundraising breakfast on Jan. 27 at our usual breakfast time of 7 to 9 a.m. We will have our usual popular items, a surprise or two, with the suggested donation of $10 for adults and $5 for youth (under 18). Please support this effort, come and bring your whole family and all your neighbors!

David Patch

Commander

American Legion Post 36.