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Opportunities for Kindness
Electric Reconnection Request
Sycamore Bridges is working with a community advocate to assist a single mom with her past due electric bill. Mom was actively participating in a structured payment plan with Duke Energy. Due to one month where Mom received less hours at work, she fell behind on her scheduled payment. Unfortunately, this automatically triggered the entirety of her balance due ($2821.54) within 30 days. Mom did not make that deadline and her power was turned off. We have been asked to help restore power. Mom is able to pay half her balance, so we would like to cover the remaining $1410.77. Thanks to a matching donation, we only have $705 left to collect on this request! If you would like to contribute, CLICK HERE and designate your donation to "Restore Power".
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Recently Filled Needs
Guardian Helmet for Sycamore Student
Sycamore Bridges is working with a Sycamore Schools nurse to purchase a Guardian helmet for a student. The family expressed a strong desire to purchase the helmet to prevent future injuries, but is unable to afford the added cost. We are collecting $60 to buy the helmet at a discounted rate. If you would like to offer assistance, CLICK HERE and designate your donation to "Helmet".
Sycamore JH Bridges Backroom Restock - FILLED!
Sycamore Bridges is stocking the Sycamore Junior High Bridges Backroom, a personal care pantry managed by the JH counseling team and student leader. This pantry houses shampoos, body washes, deodorants, toothpastes, toothbrushes and feminine care products, as well as hair ties, tissues, socks, lip balm, water bottles, earbuds, and shelf stable snacks. Our hope is to make sure every student has what they need to feel ready to learn without distraction. To start the year, we are adding new water bottles and earbuds. Thanks to a monthly designated gift, this request was filled before being posted. No additional donations are needed at this time.
Graphing Calculator Needed
Sycamore Bridges is working with a Sycamore High School counselor to assist a student with the purchase of a graphing calculator. Because of the urgency of the request, we purchased one (at a discount) so the student was not at a disadvantage in their class. We are collecting $85.99 to cover this cost. If you would like to contribute to this request, CLICK HERE and designate your donation to "Calculator". All donation amounts are appreciated.
Baby Essentials for Mom of Three
On the Wish ListSycamore Bridges is working with an elementary school counselor to assist a mom of two Sycamore students and a brand new Aviator. Mom is taking some time off work to care for her newborn and help her children adjust back to school. As a result, finances are extremely tight. We have been asked to help with some essential baby items to ease her stress so she can focus on her children's well-being. We've put together an Amazon list for your convenience. Just select "Sycamore Bridges" at shipping and your items will be delivered to us. If you prefer to shop on your own, let us know and we will send you a list of drop off locations. Please refer to this list to see type and quantities requested. AMAZON LIST
Clothing Request for Two Elementary Students
Sycamore Bridges is working with an elementary school counselor to assist a family with fall/winter clothing for their two elementary aged students. Mom recently had a baby, and with the added expense of a newborn, the family cannot afford to replenish clothing for their growing children. We are looking for the new or gently used items listed below. All previously owned items must be free of rips, holes, and stains with working buttons and zippers. (This list will be updated as items are donated.)
BOY, AGE 9. Favorite colors are orange, navy blue, purple, and gray
BOY, AGE 9. Favorite colors are orange, navy blue, purple, and gray
- Pants, Size 10/12 - 5 pairs
- Sweatshirts/Long Sleeves, Size 10/12 - 7 items
- Underwear, Size 10/12, multipack (NEW ONLY)
- Socks (wears Youth 4 shoe), multipack (NEW ONLY)
- Gym Shoes, Youth 3.5 or 4
- Winter Boots, Youth 4
GIRL, AGE 7. Favorite colors are pink and purple
- Pants, Size 7/8 - 5 pairs
- Sweatshirts/Long Sleeves, Size 7/8 - 7 items
- Underwear, Size 7/8, multipack (NEW ONLY)
- Socks (wears Youth 1shoe), multipack (NEW ONLY)
- Gym Shoes, Youth 1
- Winter Boots, Youth 1
Please respond to this post to let us know what you would like to donate and we will email you a list of drop off locations. Thank you for making sure our students are comfortable in their clothing and ready to learn.
Back to School Clothing for HS Student - FILLED
Sycamore Bridges is working with the Sycamore Schools social worker and a community advocate to assist a student with back to school clothing. Because this student is in high school, both advocates feel it best that they have the opportunity to select their own wardrobe in order to feel confident and prepared for the start of school. Thanks to a designated donation, we are able to provide $300 worth of gift cards to Dick's and Amazon. No additional donations are needed for this request. However, if you have a cause near and dear to your heart, let us know and we can help spread kindness on your behalf.
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About Sycamore
Lori Drasnin, Area Director
Lori Drasnin is an active volunteer and proud parent of two Sycamore alumni (Matthew, ‘24 and Ryan, ‘26). She previously served as PTO President for Montgomery Elementary, as well as PTO Treasurer at Montgomery Elementary, E.H. Greene Intermediate, and Sycamore Junior High School. Lori has chaired too many PTO events and fundraisers to count, and brought innovation and updated programming to our local schools. Lori transitioned to her volunteer director role with neighborhood bridges Sycamore when it launched in May 2019, and has since overseen more than $1M in giving to the Sycamore community.
Lori holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and a law degree from Emory University. She practiced liability defense for six years at Dinsmore in Cincinnati, OH before "retiring" to stay home and raise her children. Lori is married to husband, Jeff, and enjoys empty-nesting with her rescue pup, Penny.