SOUTH HUNTINGTON, NY — A benefit car show supporting local veterans will be held Sunday, Nov. 8, at Walt Whitman High School in Huntington Station.
The Al Statton Memorial Operation Enduring Care "Drive with Supplies" Benefit Car Show, hosted by the Centurion Cruisers Car Club and American Legion Post 1244 of Greenlawn, will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine, at 301 West Hills Road.
The event aims to collect donations for patients and Community Living Centers at the Northport VA Medical Center, United Beacon House shelter and other transition and rehabilitation programs.
Vehicle owners can participate with a $20 donation per vehicle. The first 100 vehicles will receive dash plaques, and awards will be presented during the show.
Organizers are also collecting essential supplies, including men's and women's personal hygiene products such as shaving cream, razors, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap and lotion.
Additional requested items include socks, gloves, slippers, knit caps, scarves, T-shirts, undershirts, new bath towels, washcloths and new twin- and full-size bedding.
Gift cards and cash donations are also welcome.
Breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase through the Wildcat Booster Club. Operation Enduring Care tote bags and T-shirts will also be sold.
For more information, contact Hank at 516-650-9095 or Charlie at 917-337-2234.
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