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**Venice Moose Lodge Donates Stuffed Animals to Sarasota County Fire Department**

The Sarasota County Fire Department has received a thoughtful donation from the Venice, Florida Moose Lodge #1308. The lodge provided two boxes filled with stuffed animals to help emergency responders comfort children during challenging situations.

The donation aims to offer support and comfort to young community members who firefighters and paramedics may encounter during emergencies. The Sarasota County Emergency Services shared their gratitude to the Moose Lodge for this generous contribution, emphasizing the positive impact it will have on their ability to provide care and compassion on difficult days.

This act of kindness highlights the ongoing support and collaboration between local organizations and first responders in Sarasota County.

Source: Sarasota County Emergency Services

Source Type: EMS

Source Location:

North Port, FL

6050 Porter Way, Sarasota, FL 34232

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