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United Way of Anderson County Launches
Type caption text here. | Fan Drive
United Way of Anderson County (UWAC) and their community partners are calling on the public to help collect and donate new electric fans for elderly residents and low-income families.
"Many individuals in the county face sweltering heat and humidity inside their homes each summer," said Rick Morrow, UWAC Executive Director. "Living in such conditions is not only very uncomfortable, but for those with health issues, it can even be deadly. Our Fan Drive will allow us to distribute fans in a community-wide relief effort. The success of this drive will depend on the charitable contributions, compassion and awareness of all citizens."
Type caption text here. | "Downtown Hardware Company in Oak Ridge and Clinton Home Center in Clinton understands that summer heat creates a dangerous situation for people," said Lisa Lanphear, UWAC Resource Development Director. "They have graciously offered discounts on three styles of fans for those wishing to participate in the Fan Drive."
Interested businesses and residents are encouraged to donate new fans by dropping them off at the United Way of Anderson County offices, 161 Robertsville Road, Oak Ridge, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fans will be distributed to individuals in need in Anderson and Campbell County.  Monetary donations are also being accepted. Checks may be made payable to: "Fan Drive c/o United Way of Anderson County" and mailed to 161 Robertsville Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37831.
United Way of Anderson County partners with 34 agencies and assist over 43,500 community members in three core areas of concern: providing basic needs, developing our youth and enabling seniors to live with honor. For more information on UWAC, visit www.unitedwayandersoncounty.org or call 865.483.8431. |
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