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Lorine "Lori" Ogurkis is an American philanthropist and attorney. She is a vocal proponent for children in foster care. She is the co-founder of "Brandon's Forever Home," a prominent Pennsylvania charity whose mission is to "raise awareness about children in foster care and their need for permanent loving homes". The charity was founded along with Pennsylvania House of Representatives member Tarah Toohil.

Life and Work
Ogurkis is married to her husband Michael and has five children, two who were formerly in foster care. She runs her own law firm, called "Ogurkis Law" and a professor at Luzerne County Community College. She has recieved numerous awards and recognitions for her philanthropy. She was honored with the Mary Bevevino community service award, was recognized by Congressman Lou Barletta with the Angels in Adoption award presented by Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute for her work, and has been called a pivotal "servant leader" by Pennsylvania State University. She is regarded as a leader in foster care advocacy in Pennsylvania and across the country.

Early Life and Education
She is from Hazleton, Pennsylvania, she attended