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Paper for HS Photography Student

Sycamore Bridges is working with a Sycamore HS counselor to assist a student in purchasing a package of photo paper necessary for their photography class. With the semester quickly coming to an end and the urgent nature of the request, we already purchased the paper so the student has more time to complete the class requirements. If you would like to offer assistance, we are collecting $22 to cover the cost. CLICK HERE and designate your donation to "Photo Paper".

Gifts for Grads!

For the fifth year in a row, we are celebrating our graduating seniors who have been identified by their counselors and/or administrators as students who have overcome great obstacles or who may not otherwise receive recognition for graduation. In some instances, this may be the only celebration a student receives. On behalf of the community, we would like to provide them with a Target gift card and small treat to recognize this major milestone. We are celebrating 24 students for the Class of 2026! Thanks to a designated gift to the Class of 2026, this request has been filled in its entirety! No additional donations are needed.

Twin Bed Frame

Sycamore Bridges is working with an elementary school counselor to assist a single mom as she works hard to furnish her new apartment. Although her child has a mattress, he does not have a bed frame to lift the mattress off the floor. Because we think a good night's sleep is imperative to a successful education, we are providing a bed frame and headboard. Thanks to a generous gift, no additional donations are needed at this time.

Bill Assistance for College Student

Sycamore Bridges is working with a community advocate to assist a hard-working college student who has been in unofficial kinship care since a young child. Mom is currently in active addiction, while dad is incarcerated. Grandma was the student's most recent provider, but she was recently hospitalized and is unable to offer financial support at this time. The student is actively seeking additional employment through UCBA Career Services, but is in need of immediate financial help so they do not fall behind on their bills. Thanks to a corporate grant, we are able to make sure this student stays current on their essential bills. No additional donations are needed at this time.

UC Blue Ash Etiquette Luncheon - FILLED

Sycamore Bridges is working with the UC Blue Ash Reach Team (through Career Services) to support a dozen former foster care students as they venture on a tour of three local companies in an effort to spark ambition, provide exposure to business partners, and create networking opportunities as these students plan their futures. The day culminates in an etiquette luncheon where attendees will practice interview skills, learn to engage in a formal business outing, and hear from restaurant management about their own experiences in food service. Sycamore Bridges has been asked to fund the discounted lunch for these students. Thanks to a corporate grant, this request has been filled in its entirety. No additional donations are needed!

Week at Extended Stay Hotel

Sycamore Bridges is working with the Sycamore Schools district office to help a single mom and her child who have been living in a local extended stay hotel for the duration of this school year. Due to illness, mom missed a week of work and is unable to make her weekly payment to keep a roof over their heads. We have been asked to cover the $429.64 until she gets back on track and receives another paycheck. Thanks to a matching donor, we only have $214.82 to collect on this request! If you wish to contribute, CLICK HERE and designate your donation to "Extended Stay".

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About Sycamore

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Lori Drasnin, Area Director

Lori Drasnin is an active Sycamore parent and volunteer. 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. Over the past decade, Lori has chaired too many PTO events and fundraisers to count and brought innovation and updated programs to our local schools. Lori also organized a Bedtime Bundle collection from the YWCA Battered Women's Shelter from 2014-2017, and served on the board of Ohio Cleats for Kids (C4K) until taking this role.

Lori holds undergraduate degrees from the University of Michigan, as well as 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, has two boys, Matthew and Ryan, and two puggles, Max & Erma.

Lori enjoys serving the greater Sycamore community and bridging kindness across the neighborhood.

Contact Us

sycamore@neighborhoodbridges.org