Students Start Non-Profit To Assist Kids: Deerfield Heroes

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 Merryl Feinberg, of Deerfield, who nominated Samantha Feinberg and Sydney Holubow, of Deerfield:

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:

No

What does the nominee do for work?:
Co-founders Of 501(c)3 non-profit called Balance Boxes

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
During quarantine, the girls have provided over 200 students K-5 books, arts and crafts, games, free tutoring services and food. In the next month, they are scheduled to deliver another 500 boxes. Each box is made with a designated theme to ensure it's to the child’s liking.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
They are both high school students with big hearts looking to help underserved youth.

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

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Past Deerfield Patch Local Heroes

• Leader In Infectious Disease Fight Stays Humble: Deerfield Hero
• Manny's Deli Owner Feeds Health Care Workers: Deerfield Hero
• 12-Year-Old Sews Caps For Nurses
• 13-year-old Creates Safety Shields: Deerfield Hero