On November 15, 2024 the Fraternal Order of Eagles of Geauga Aerie #2261, in keeping with their motto “People Helping People” continued the tradition of “Giving with Gratitude”. The Aerie presented checks of $5,000 each to nine Fire Departments in Geauga County; Burton, Chardon, Chesterland, Hambden, Newbury, Middlefield, Munson, Montville and Thompson.

In addition, a $5,000 check was presented to the Chardon Police Department for their “Shop With A Cop” Program, which provides Christmas gifts for needy children in our community. Another donation was made to the Geauga CountyVeternas Food Pantry of $1000.00 along with a special donation from Consumer Tire Angel Wings of $6,563, which was presented by Bruce Kantz, David Kantz and DD Coley.

Consumer was recently sold and as Mrs. Coley stated they started the charity to help Veterans and seniors with car repairs, but decided to donate the remainder of the funds to help feed the Veterans. Mark Coley, Secretary for the Aerie said this is the best part of the Officers job, supporting our First Responders, Children and Veterans. Many of our officers sharing in his sentiment presented the checks to the selected organizations. The combination of all donations was $57,563.