Clydite named top Big Sis
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mercer, Auglaize, Van Wert Counties i announce that Big Sister, Lori McCauley, formerly of Clyde, was named the Big Sister of the Year in the Dtate of Ohio.
McCauley lived in Bellevue until 1977 when she move to Clyde and graduated from Clyde Sernior High School, according to a press release.
In Ohio there are over 15,000 children in mentoring relationships, or "matches", and McCauley was picked from these volunteers.
She was nominated by the staff of Big Brothers Big Sisters, and her Little Sister and family. McCauley also received a commendation for her award and civic concern and dedication from the General Assembly of The State of Ohio Senate.
She and her Little Sister, Angel Boninsega, have been matched for four years and have developed a close "sister like" relationship.
This last year they encountered some life changing experiences.
In March 2007 Angel was diagnosed with cancer. Through the year, Angel would fight many cancer battles and through it all everyone pulled together and remained upbeat, determined, and resilient. According to McCauley, being a Big Sister is one of the best roles of her life and a testimony to the power of volunteering and its benefits.
"Angel and I have our special times, our goofy times and our sad times," she said.
For those interested in volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters, please call your local office.
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