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Pet Food Needed for the OGB Pet Pawntry
Did you know that Operation Give Back's Food Pantry also offers pet food to our four-legged, furry neighbors? Affectionally called the OGB Pet "Pawntry", this thoughtful offering helps relieve burdens for already struggling families. Oftentimes, families must surrender their pets when finances become tight and they are faced with the dilemma of feeding themselves or their pets. This causes emotional guilt and pain in a stressed situation, and overcrowds the already congested animal shelter system. But the OGB Pet Pawntry offers dog and cat food to make sure these precious members of the family remain intact. With that said, the Pet Pawntry is critically low on wet food options. We've put together an Amazon List to make shopping easy. Just select "Sycamore Bridges" at shipping and your items will be delivered directly to us. A very special thank you to the Chow Now Pantry of the SPCA for their ongoing kibble donations. All other pet items (treats, toys, beds, food, etc...) are always welcome! Just shoot us a message for delivery options. CLICK HERE to see the Amazon List.
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Recently Filled Needs
Play Kitchen Donation
Sycamore Bridges received a donation of a gently used play kitchen ready for its next home. Thanks to our advocates, we were able to find the perfect placement where the kitchen will be well-loved for years to come. No additional donations are needed at this time.
Overdue Technology Fee
Sycamore Bridges is working with a school counselor to assist a custodial grandparent with a technology fee for their grandchild. The fee was added to the student's account in 2021. No other fees have accrued since that time. The grandparent is unable to afford the outstanding $100 balance. If you would like to help wipe out this fee, CLICK HERE and designate your gift to "Technology Fee".
Single Mom Facing Electrtc Shut Off
Sycamore Bridges is working with a community advocate to assist a single mom of 2 who is facing electricity termination. Mom relied on income she received from being the sole caregiver for her aging mother. Sadly, her mom recently passed away and she is looking for additional employment to offset that income deficit. To add to her burden, her mother did not have end of life insurance, so she was faced with many unexpected and expensive bills over the last several months. As a result, she has fallen behind by $756.05 on her Duke bill. Our goal is to pay the minimum $550 to keep her connected, but any collection overage will go to wipe away the outstanding balance. If you would like to offer assistance, CLICK HERE and designate your donation to "Electric Bill".
Therapy for Sycamore Student
Sycamore Bridges is working with the Sycamore Schools social worker to fund additional counseling sessions for a student we previously helped. Since starting therapy earlier this year, the student has progressed beautifully; but they have expressed the desire to continue sessions as our financial commitment ends. The family does not have insurance coverage for these recommended therapies, and paying out of pocket would be a burden. Thanks to our Kindness Council member and valued community partner, Mental Matters Mission: The Marty & Bob Jacobs Foundation, we are able to fund monthly sessions through the end of 2025! No additional funds are needed at this time. We are so grateful to our local partnerships that allow us to reach our Sycamore families who need it most.
Short Hotel Stay for Sycamore Employee
Sycamore Bridges is working with a Sycamore Schools administrator to assist a Sycamore employee/resident. She recently took the brave steps to improve her life and is currently waiting for stable housing. She is in need of short-term help covering the cost of a hotel stay until her apartment is ready. Specifically, we have been asked to cover $433.76. If you would like to contribute to this request, CLICK HERE and designate your donation "Temporary Housing".
Uber Gift Card
Sycamore Bridges is working with an elementary school principal to help a family attend 4th grade graduation for their child. The family would all like to share in this momentous occasion, but they do not have transportation to get there. We have been asked to provide a $50 Uber gift card. If you would like to contribute to this request, CLICK HERE and designate your gift to "Uber Gift Card".
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About Sycamore
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.