The move to build a Post Home accelerated, and in October 1946, a committee was formed to arrange for the raffle of an Automobile. The car was raffled off on December 23, 1946, and the Post realized a profit of $3,987.00.
Fish Frys and BBQs were also held in the early part of 1947 to raise money for the building fund.Contributions by local citizens and businesses enabled the Legion to plan a big day for the 4th of July. A BBQ, Car Raffle, Beauty Contest and Open-Air Dance on the sub-floor of the partially built Post Home were planned for the big day. The car was won by Ham Dabney, who announced on the spot that he would sell the car to the highest bidder, and would donate any money over %1,500 to the Building Fund. The car auctioned off for $2,100.00 and Ham donated $600 to Post 160
