LPJ Staff Report
RUSTON, La. — Members of the Pi Tau, Gamma Gamma and Alpha Delta Delta chapters of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. distributed approximately 35 box fans Saturday during the fraternity’s annual Fan Drive aimed at assisting elderly residents in Grambling and Ruston during the summer heat.
The event was held June 6 at Zion Traveler Baptist Church as part of a community outreach effort the fraternity has conducted since 2013.
Organizers said the program was created to help senior citizens cope with rising utility costs during the hot summer months. The donated fans are intended to help residents stay cool while reducing the need for excessive air conditioning use.
The annual drive serves elderly residents throughout the fraternity chapters’ local service areas, including Ruston and Grambling. Volunteers distributed fans Saturday morning to community members who attended the event.
Fraternity members said the outreach effort remains one of their signature service projects and thanked supporters and volunteers who helped make this year’s drive possible.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to continue serving our communities through this annual fan drive,” said Eric Outley Sr. “Seeing the appreciation from the residents reminds us why this work is so important, and we look forward to continuing this tradition for many years to come.”
