SAN ANTONIO — Project Cool 2026 collected 490 box fans, surpassing its goal of 350. The fans will be distributed to seniors served by Good Samaritan Community Services and Meals on Wheels.

Ben Godina, a Southside business owner and real estate professional, and Amanda Casanova, associated with G Partners & Realty, lead the initiative. The fan drive originated in 2016 when Godina's father challenged family and friends to collect 50 box fans for seniors in San Antonio.

The initiative was temporarily placed on hold following the death of Godina's father in 2018 and his mother's battle with dementia in 2019. Project Cool resumed operations in 2020.

Supporters of the drive included 211 Print, Renew Renovate Services LLC, New American Funding, Alamo Ranch Boxing Club, MissQuito of Helotes, Rangel Roofing & Restoration LLC, Armadillo Home Warranty, The Law Office of E.R. Báez, Gary's Pool and Patio, Legacy Mutual Mortgage, Live From The Southside, NewFed Mortgage, Red Door Funding, Serenity BeautySpa, and Cactus Roofing.

Cindy Martin, Veronica Munoz, and Cactus Roofing received special recognition for their contributions. Jerry DeLeon Jr. and other volunteers assisted with collecting, transporting, and distributing the fans.