13-year-old Creates Safety Shields: Deerfield Hero

DEERFIELD, 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 Susan A. Peterman, of Deerfield, who nominated Zach Danziger, of Deerfield:

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:

No

What does the nominee do for work?:
He's a great 13-year-old kid that is my son's friend

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
He made 50 Shields for Front line workers at Highland Park Hospital. With a 3D printer and other approved materials for these safety shields. It all came from him-I was so touched!

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
He found about how he could help and he made it happen.

Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.

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