Local veterans organizations are putting the "giving" in Thanksgiving. 

On the WHOW Morning Show Monday, Josh Thielen, Department Adjutant for the American Legion, told Regional Radio that every year, the Clinton American Legion, the AmVets and the VFW all come together to give out free Thanksgiving meals to anyone in the community in need.

While the deadline to guarantee a meal has already passed, Thielen states they do their best to accommodate people at the last minute with the leftovers they may have. 

The Legion receives support for this project from anyone. This includes several local volunteers who will help prepare and deliver the meals.

Thielen notes this project depends heavily on community donations and support due to the amount of food it provides. He says it's all worth it in the end.

If you're interested in supporting this event financially or through volunteering, reach out to the American Legion at 217-935-5183. The American Legion is located at 219 North Elizabeth Street in Clinton.