COMFORT BEARS IN A CATASTROPHE

Supporting Children Impacted By Disasters

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What is Comfort Bears in a Catastrophe?

Disasters can be traumatizing for anyone, but for children, they can be especially overwhelming and frightening. Comfort Bears in a Catastrophe aims to provide hope and comfort to children impacted by disasters.

We do this by giving each child a special Comfort Bear, along with a handwritten note of encouragement, to let them know that they are not alone. While this may seem like a small gesture, it can have a profound impact, offering comfort and reassurance to a child who feels scared, isolated, and uncertain.

With your generous donation, we can ensure that every child affected by a disaster receives a Comfort Bear and a message of hope. Your support allows us to bring a sense of safety and love to children in the aftermath of crisis, helping them heal and find strength as they navigate the challenges ahead.

As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, (Tax ID: 93-4745441), all contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law. This means your contribution not only makes a difference to the children we serve, but can also benefit you come tax season.

Please join us in our mission to bring comfort and hope to children in need. Your support can be the light that helps a child find their way in the midst of uncertainty. Together, we can make a lasting impact, one Comfort Bear at a time.

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OUR IMPACT

34,000 CHILDREN EDUCATED WITH MISS PREPARED

12,375 COMFORT BEARS + CARDS GIFTED

50 STATES (U.S.)

Comfort Bears in a Catastrophe is proud to partner with the Disaster Distress Helpline to assist families and children we serve in accessing 24/7 FREE counseling support after a disaster. Each child who receives a Comfort Bear from us also gets this information.

To reach out for free 24/7 counseling or support, call or text the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990.

IMPACT STORIES

Since our nonprofit was founded, we have had a number of success stories and have seen the impact our bears have had on people’s lives. We’re proud to be able to bring a little bit of comfort to those who need it most.

"It is these little moments of smiles I have seen that bring a glimmer of hope among tough times. We might not be able to fix everything over night, but we can infuse it with love one Comfort Bear at a time."

- Savannah Gankiewicz, Miss Hawaii USA

Support Children Impacted By Hurricane Helene

Join us in providing comfort and hope to those affected by disasters. Our Hurricane Helene teddy bear drive brings smiles to children in times of crisis. Your support helps us deliver these Comfort Bears to those who need them most. We are currently working with several local partners, including the Morgan Wallen Foundation, Second Harvest Food Bank, Red Cross, Salvation Army and United Way helping in affected areas including North Carolina, Tennessee, Florida and Georgia. Founded by a Hurricane Katrina survivor, we have seen how these Comfort Bears bring mental health relief and comfort to children.

We would like to thank the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund, run by United Way of North Carolina for their generous grant to help us send 1,750 additional Comfort Bears to children impacted by Hurricane Helene! We have donated 2,676 Comfort Bears to children impacted by Hurricane Helene with your help!

ACTIVITIES

TAG A BEAR

Get in touch with us to set up a Tag a Bear event with your group/organization.

We have worked with sororities, corporate conferences and more to create give back initiatives through our Tag a Bear event.

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"No act of kindness, however small, is ever wasted."

WHY DO YOU ONLY GIVE TO CHILDREN IMPACTED BY DISASTERS? HAVE YOU THOUGHT OF SICK CHILDREN OR CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE?

Our organization is dedicated to serving a unique population of children: those impacted by disasters. While many organizations donate stuffed animals to children for various reasons, we noticed that children affected by disasters are often overlooked and left without the comfort they need during such difficult times.

Most children impacted by disasters lose their belongings and have limited social interaction, leading to feelings of loneliness and isolation. Our Comfort Bears provide a source of hope and comfort to these children during such challenging times. We believe that every child deserves to feel safe and loved, especially during times of crisis, and we are committed to ensuring that these children receive the support they need to overcome their challenges and feel a sense of normalcy once again.