BUCYRUS, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—Kindness is taking center stage in Bucyrus this summer as the community comes together to support the local pool.
Despite a shaky start to the season with shortened hours of operation, the pool is now open daily, and what’s even better – admission has often been free, thanks to the overwhelming support from area businesses and residents who care about the children in the Bucyrus area.
The heartwarming movement of generosity kicked off last season with the Bucyrus City School District, using special funding to purchase pool passes for every student in the district. Building on this foundation, local resident Jennifer Allonas took the initiative to rally donations from citizens and businesses to ensure the pool could remain open for all to enjoy.
Allonas, who is serving as this year’s pool manager, not only focused on revamping the concession stand offerings but also worked for the city to add a window to allow easier access for park and splash pad visitors to get snacks and drinks.
As community spirit continued to grow, area businesses stepped up to sponsor the pool, with sponsorships of $500 a day enabling everyone to cool off during recent heatwaves, whether sponsored independently or by groups and individuals.
Kurt Fankhauser and his company Wavelinc, generously equipped the pool and park with security cameras directly wired into the police department, enhancing safety for all visitors. The Bucyrus Fire Department also made a valuable contribution by donating an AED device for first aid, further ensuring the well-being of pool-goers.
The outpouring of support doesn’t stop there, with donations pouring in ranging from pizza and snacks to even a clock for the pool area.
The ripple effect of this community-driven initiative has inspired neighboring communities to explore similar opportunities for sponsorship, spreading the spirit of giving beyond Bucyrus.
The success of this heartwarming endeavor is evident as the pool has reached its maximum capacity of 345 swimmers on several days, proving that when a community comes together, great things can be achieved.
Below is a list of all those who make the pool available for free. Sponsorships are still available.
Past:
June 18-19: XT- Innovations
June 20: Rick’s Sewer & Drains
June 21: Lohr’s Towing
June 22: Holiday Inn
June 23: Munz-Pirnstill Funeral Home
June 24: Bucyrus Township Firefighters
June 25-26: Pool Closed
June 27-28: First Presbyterian Church
June 29: Pool Closed
June 30- July 2: First Presbyterian Church
July 3: Albert & Janyce Fulton
July 4-5: North Central State College
July 6: Magnificent Seven Group (made up of $72 donations from Greg White, Tooman’s, Lisa Alsept, Christ & Michelle Long, Richard Barton, and UDF Management)
July 7: Randy’s Tire & Auto Repair
July 8: The Market at The Pickwick Place
Future:
July 9: ARK Realty
July 10: Bakers Pizza Sports Shack
July 11: Cruise-In Car Wash
July 12: DT Petroleum
July 13-14: American Legion Post #181
July 15: Group of Citizens (made up of donations from anonymous donors, Dave & Marica Baker, Judy Close, Be You (Kari Hord), City Council members, and Diana Kincade)
July 16: Herb & Doris Jones
July 17: Kinn Brothers
July 18: First Federal Community Bank
August 10: Christmas Forever Village