Bear Hugs Drive for Wildfire Evacuees | Reno News

Wildfires forced families from their homes, and Project Bear Hugs is stepping up with a heartfelt donation drive—collecting essentials like toiletries, blankets, and stuffed animals at the Grand Sierra Resort. Founded in 2013 by Hannah Hoobyar, who lost her own home in a 2024 fire, the nonprofit brings personal pain into purposeful action. Volunteers like Aaron Bats and newcomer Abigail Sykes highlight community spirit, praising the organization’s simple ask: basic supplies, not cash. The next drive is this Friday at Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream—help is still needed. Visit projectbearhugs.com to donate or learn more. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/deb98bd6eebaa0cd