Our Mission
At Dr. Ro’s Bear Hugs Mission, we believe that every child, especially those facing trauma, illness, or hardship, deserves to feel safe, loved, and never alone. We are a compassion-driven movement dedicated to nurturing the emotional well-being of children through the simple, healing power of a teddy bear. Each bear is personally chosen, lovingly dressed, and delivered with care to hospitals, shelters, and foster homes. Our mission is to bring comfort, hope, and a sense of belonging to children when they need it most, one heartfelt hug at a time.
Who We Are
Projects
Teddy bears for healing.
Heartfelt Hugs Mission
A year-round outreach program delivering teddy bears to children’s shelters. This project helps children feel supported during long shelter stays and reminds them that love and care are always close by.
The Cozy Bear Corner Project
Creating “Comfort Corners” in children’s shelters, schools, and foster care centers, cozy spaces stocked with teddy bears, blankets, and calming resources. Each corner serves as a safe emotional retreat where children can find peace, hold a bear, and take a moment to breathe, reflect, or rest.
Bears of Courage Program
A project focused on children facing serious illness or trauma recovery. Every “Bear of Courage” is dressed in a small superhero cape or outfit symbolizing strength and bravery. Alongside each bear is a handwritten “Courage Card” from Dr. Ro or a volunteer, empowering children to see their own inner strength.
Hugs Across Classrooms Campaign
Partnering with schools and educators to teach empathy, kindness, and emotional awareness through giving. This project helps cultivate compassion and service-mindedness in young people, spreading love from one child to another.
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Location
We serve children in various shelters and hospitals.
Contact
Whether you would like to request teddy bears for a children’s shelter, hospital, or foster care facility, or donate teddy bears to help spread comfort and love. I’d love to hear from you! Together, we can bring hope, healing, and hugs to children who need them most
Dr. Roseann Gonzales
drrosbearhugs@gmail.com
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