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12-Year-Old Raises Funds To Buy Ventilator: Northbrook Hero
Ryan Feinstein, of Northbrook, is using his bar-mitzvah project to help NorthShore University HealthSystem during the coronavirus pandemic.
NORTHBROOK, IL — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.
This submission comes from Katie Heraty, on behalf of the NorthShore University HealthSystem Foundation, who nominated Ryan Feinstein, of Northbrook:
Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
No
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What does the nominee do for work?:
Ryan is helping his community by raising funds to support the purchase of a ventilator for patients at NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) for his bar-mitzvah project. In addition to donations, Ryan has also started selling yard signs that say, "Smiles Shine Through Masks" to raise money for his project. He has sold 70 signs so far.
Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Ryan is an incredibly generous and kind young man. NorthShore University HealthSystem Foundation is inspired by Ryan's desire to make a difference in this world. In addition to his current Bar-Mitzvah fundraising project, he donates his time to about 10 volunteer projects a year, and he's only a 12-year-old.
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What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Ryan is so sweet and loves helping people so we want to help him! Neighbors can help Ryan reach his goal to help buy ventilators by buying a yard sign that says "smiles shine through masks" or donate directly at: https://foundation.northshore.org/ryan-feinstein
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