The John E. Jacobs American Legion Post 68 Leland was informed in March of 2022 of a local Leland veteran in need of assistance due to storm damage from hurricane Florence to his residence. Post 68 then contacted the veteran in need.  Post 68 and Kobe Kelly of the Navy Seabee Veterans of America (NSVA), Island X-5, Cape Fear Chapter surveyed the extend of water damaged caused to the house flooring as well as damage to some supporting underlying joists and kitchen cabinets and countertops.

As a result of this undertaking the costs incurred were covered by: PHH, two American Legion Posts: Leland, Post 68 and St. James, Post 543, along with the SENCLAD Military Offices Association of America (MOAA) have contributed financial assistance to complete the project.

PHH will be conducting their “Mission Complete Ceremony” at veteran Fred Smith’s residence located 108 Belvidere St on March 6th beginning at 11:00 AM. American Legion Post 68 Color Guard will be there to present the colors.  PHH members and staff along with members of American Legion Post’s 68, 543 & MOAA will be present in recognizing the veteran for his service.