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May 15, 2026
Bandera Area American Legions announce community support and fundraising events
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Special to the Bandera Prophet
Recently at the Lakehills Community Center Youth Gala, American Legion Post #410 and American Legion Post #157 announced donations to support Bandera County youth programs.
Ron Clarke, of the Lakehills Post, presented a $500 donation to the Lakehills Community Center Youth Program and then surprisingly announced that both Bandera County American Legion posts would join together to provide $1,700 to the Hill Country Samaritans for the “Back to School Bash,” after another sponsor stepped away from providing the backpacks in which all the supplies were loaded.
The Lakehills American Legion Auxiliary is also considering matching support later this month, which could raise the total contribution to more than $2,500.
Bandera County American Legion members agree with Lakehills Commander Jim Schledorn and Bandera Commander Rick Olivarez who said, “helping Bandera ISD students is important because many families struggle with the cost of school supplies. Backpacks, notebooks, calculators, and other essentials help students start school prepared, confident, and ready to learn and become better citizens.”
Both posts said they are proud to support programs that help Bandera County families and youth succeed.
The Legion also reminded the community about upcoming events, including the Armed Forces Day “Shrimp Fest” in Bandera Post #157 this Saturday and the Lakehills Auxiliary poppy fundraiser on May 23 honoring fallen service members at the Lakehills “4-Way” starting at 9 a.m.
In addition, American Legion Post #410 announced the return of its annual Independence Day celebration on July 4, in Lakehills, featuring the annual July 4 Parade, live music, and the community BBQ. businesses, organizations, and clubs are invited to join the parade. The 27th annual July 4 Parade kicks off on PR 37 near St. Victor’s Chapel at 11 a.m., with live music by the “Scott Crofts Band” on the Gazebo beginning at 1 p.m., and the now locally famous chicken BBQ serving for dine-in or take-out at noon. If your business, organization, or club would like to participate in the July 4 parade, you may submit your free parade entry by calling Cody of the Lakehills American Legion at 210-968-8383.
Ron Clarke, of the Lakehills Post, presented a $500 donation to the Lakehills Community Center Youth Program and then surprisingly announced that both Bandera County American Legion posts would join together to provide $1,700 to the Hill Country Samaritans for the “Back to School Bash,” after another sponsor stepped away from providing the backpacks in which all the supplies were loaded.
The Lakehills American Legion Auxiliary is also considering matching support later this month, which could raise the total contribution to more than $2,500.
Bandera County American Legion members agree with Lakehills Commander Jim Schledorn and Bandera Commander Rick Olivarez who said, “helping Bandera ISD students is important because many families struggle with the cost of school supplies. Backpacks, notebooks, calculators, and other essentials help students start school prepared, confident, and ready to learn and become better citizens.”
Both posts said they are proud to support programs that help Bandera County families and youth succeed.
The Legion also reminded the community about upcoming events, including the Armed Forces Day “Shrimp Fest” in Bandera Post #157 this Saturday and the Lakehills Auxiliary poppy fundraiser on May 23 honoring fallen service members at the Lakehills “4-Way” starting at 9 a.m.
In addition, American Legion Post #410 announced the return of its annual Independence Day celebration on July 4, in Lakehills, featuring the annual July 4 Parade, live music, and the community BBQ. businesses, organizations, and clubs are invited to join the parade. The 27th annual July 4 Parade kicks off on PR 37 near St. Victor’s Chapel at 11 a.m., with live music by the “Scott Crofts Band” on the Gazebo beginning at 1 p.m., and the now locally famous chicken BBQ serving for dine-in or take-out at noon. If your business, organization, or club would like to participate in the July 4 parade, you may submit your free parade entry by calling Cody of the Lakehills American Legion at 210-968-8383.