BUCYRUS, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—This week, the Bucyrus VFW Post 1078 has made a significant impact in the community by donating generously to various local organizations aimed at supporting veterans and enhancing community services.
The Post has allocated a total of $25,500 in funding to five area organizations, with most recipients receiving a $5,000 contribution to bolster their respective missions.
The beneficiaries of this year’s charitable giving include:
Ohio Veterans Home Volunteer Advisory: Supporting specialized programs and quality-of-life activities for veterans residing in state-run homes.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace: A nonprofit dedicated to building and delivering beds for children in need, ensuring no child in the community has to sleep on the floor.
Crawford County Humane Society: An organization focused on the care of abandoned and neglected animals and the promotion of local pet adoption.
Oakwood Cemetery: Funding to assist in the maintenance and preservation of the final resting place for many of the area’s veterans and residents.
Wreaths Across America 2026: An initiative that honors fallen service members by placing remembrance wreaths on veterans’ graves during the holiday season.
The contributions from VFW Post 1078 highlight their commitment to serving both veterans and the broader community, reinforcing their vital role in Bucyrus.