Elks Donate Misting Fans to Box 14

Donation will help keep first responders cool during summer emergencies

Mar. 26, 2026 at 11:38pm

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The Elks National Foundation has donated four misting fans valued at $2,000 to Box 14, a local organization that supports first responders in Wilmington, Ohio. The fans will be used to help keep responders cool and comfortable during emergency calls in hot summer conditions when they are wearing full gear.

Why it matters

First responders often face extreme heat and humidity while on duty, which can lead to fatigue, dehydration, and other health risks. This donation from the Elks will help improve the safety and well-being of those who serve the Wilmington community.

The details

The four misting fans were presented to Box 14 representatives on March 25, 2026. The fans will be deployed at emergency scenes to provide cooling relief for first responders working in hot summer weather while wearing their full protective equipment.

  • The donation was made on March 25, 2026.

The players

Box 14

A local organization that supports first responders in Wilmington, Ohio.

Elks National Foundation

A charitable organization that donated the four misting fans valued at $2,000 to Box 14.

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The takeaway

This donation from the Elks National Foundation demonstrates the importance of community partnerships in supporting the health and safety of first responders, who often put themselves at risk to serve their local communities.