Cerro Gordo County, IA – Veterans in Cerro Gordo County who were unable to receive a ham or turkey during Thanksgiving will have another opportunity for holiday assistance this month, as a local veterans group announces a Christmas food giveaway scheduled for Monday.
According to Cerro Gordo County Veterans, the organization will be giving away Christmas hams beginning Monday, December 22, after 10:00 a.m. The giveaway is intended specifically for veterans who missed out on Thanksgiving meal assistance earlier this season.
Organizers say the number of hams available is limited, and distribution will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Veterans are encouraged to arrive early, as only a small quantity of hams will be available.
The effort is part of a broader push by local veterans organizations to ensure no veteran goes without a holiday meal during the winter season. While details on the pickup location were not included on the initial announcement, veterans seeking assistance are encouraged to contact Cerro Gordo County Veterans directly for additional information.
Local veterans groups across northern Iowa have increased food and holiday support programs in recent years, citing rising grocery costs and increased need among fixed-income households. Christmas meal distributions remain one of the most requested forms of seasonal assistance.
Veterans who qualify and are in need of a holiday meal are urged not to wait, as supplies may run out quickly.
Community members who know a veteran who could benefit from the program are encouraged to share this information.
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