Helping Hands has begun its ninth annual summer fan drive with assistance from United Way of Lowndes County.
Helping Hands is accepting new fans which will be donated to families and individuals in Lowndes County without proper cooling systems in preparation for the summer heat.
“Donating a new fan will give relief to a family or individual during our grueling summer heat. This is a great group or family project to implement in your home, school, or business,” Patricia Brock, executive director of United Way, said in a press release.
Anyone wishing to donate a fan can drop it off at Helping Hands at 223 22nd St. N. between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Call 662-328-8301 before delivering a fan. Due to safety concerns, used fans will not be accepted.
Last year Helping Hands collected 82 fans.
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