Operation Blessing 2026 · Voting Open

Vote for the
Heart of Minden

Five Finalists. One Complete HVAC System.

Finalists are chosen. The community decides. Voting is free, takes thirty seconds, and runs through May 8.

Voting Open
April 27
Voting Closes
May 8
Winner Announced
By May 15
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Operation Blessing 2026 — AC Services of Minden
Complete HVAC System
Complete System · Professional Installation Included
The Award

Complete HVAC System
Replacement

Up to $15,000 in Value
  • Complete equipment — indoor & outdoor units
  • Whether replacing an existing system or installing for the first time
  • Professional installation by our licensed team
  • All labor included — zero cost to the winner
What Is Operation Blessing?

A Community of Character

Honoring the Best of Our Community

Every year, our team sees firsthand what this community is made of — the neighbors who show up, the families who sacrifice, the people who give without expecting anything in return. Operation Blessing was created to honor those people.

Integrity

The person we honor does what's right — even when no one is watching. They show up. They follow through. Their word means something to this community.

Generosity

They give freely — time, energy, care — without keeping score. They've quietly made this community better through consistent, selfless generosity to others.

Resilience

They've faced hardship and kept going. They've carried heavy burdens without complaint and shown everyone around them what real strength looks like.

Mark Your Calendar

Key Dates

Voting is open now. Help choose the Heart of Minden before May 8.

Nominations
Closed
Finalists Selected
April 25
Voting Opens
April 27
Voting Closes
May 8
Winner Announced
By May 15
1
Nominate
Closed
2
Finalists
Apr 25
3
Vote Opens
Apr 27
4
Vote Closes
May 8
5
Winner
By May 15
The Process

How Operation Blessing Works

1
Closed
Nominations
  • The community submitted their nominations
  • Free to nominate, anyone could submit
  • Nominations are now closed
2
April 25
Finalists Selected
  • Our team reviewed every submission
  • Five finalists chosen
  • Stories announced to the community
3
April 27 – May 8
Community Votes
  • Read each finalist's story
  • One vote per email per day
  • Free to vote
  • Voting closes May 8 at 11:59 PM CT
4
By May 15
Winner Announced
  • Winner contacted privately first
  • Public announcement by May 15
  • Installation coordinated with our team
Requirements

Eligibility

Finalists Met These Requirements

  • Own and live in their home
  • Reside within Webster Parish
  • Have an HVAC system in need of replacement — or no system at all
  • Be a legal U.S. resident, 18 years or older
The Award

One Winner. One Life-Changing Award.

Everything included. Nothing held back.

Complete Equipment

Full HVAC system — indoor air handler, outdoor condenser, and necessary connections.

Professional Installation

Our licensed technicians handle everything from start to finish. The winner doesn't lift a finger.

10-Year Warranty

Complete 10-year warranty covering parts and labor, plus the first year of preventative maintenance included free.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free to vote?

Yes — 100% free. No purchase required, no registration fee. Anyone can vote at no cost.

How does voting work?

The community votes online. Each email address gets one vote per day during the voting window (April 27 through May 8 at 11:59 PM CT). It's free to vote.

Can I vote more than once?

One vote per email per day. Come back tomorrow to vote again — you can vote every day until voting closes May 8.

How will the winner be notified?

The winner is contacted privately before any public announcement. Our team coordinates directly with them to schedule installation.

How were finalists selected?

Our team reviewed all nominations and selected five finalists based on the nominee's story, community impact, and eligibility. Finalists were announced April 25.

What area does this cover?

Webster Parish and the surrounding service area that AC Services of Minden currently serves.

Voting Now Open

Cast Your Vote

Five neighbors. One Heart of Minden.
One vote per email per day. Voting closes May 8 at 11:59 PM CT.

Read each finalist's story, then cast your vote. Free, takes thirty seconds, and every vote counts.

Vote Now

Voting Open Now — Closes May 8 at 11:59 PM CT