2017 Celebrating 10 Years Comforting Sick Children and Adults With Bears to Hug

Bears of Hope is celebrating its 10th year making bears to comfort and bring hope to sick children and adults. We reached this milestone with the help of our volunteeers and financial supporters. We appreciate and thank them for everything they did for us.
When I started Bears of Hope, I wanted to do something to benefit others going through challenging times like I did when I had a relaspe of non-Hoskins lymphoma. I know first-hand how difficult life can be at times and how something soft to cuddle can help you feel better. I had my bear with me and it brought me comfort whenever I felt sick, upset or lonely. I thought a bear would comfort someone sick like my bear did for me.
Carolyn turned her idea into reality!
A total of 2,050 bears are now being loved by those needing emotional support to feel better. The volunteers, supporters and I feel we're doing something good and "‘Making a Difference’ in the lives of those with difficult life crises.
Our work goes on. With our volunteers and supporters unwavering commitment to Bears of Hope, bears will be there for the sick children and adults needing 'extra hugs' to feel better.
