Build A Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation

Deadlines vary by program area. (1) Children's Health & Wellness Champ-A Champion Fur Kids grants - the grant request deadlines are at the end of April, July, and the end of October. (2) Domestic Pets - Bearemy's Kennel Pals(R) grants - the grant cycle deadlines are quarterly at the end of the months of: March, June, September and December. (3) Literacy and education grants - the grant request deadlines are at the end of February, May, August, and November.

The foundation supports charities in the United States and Canada through the following special grant programs. (1) Children's Health & Wellness: Champ-A Champion Fur Kids grants for children's health and wellness are awarded twice each year to specific programs with measurable outcomes. The Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation desires to provide direct support for children in the areas of health and wellness such as childhood disease research foundations, child safety organizations, and organizations that serve children with special needs. (2) Domestic Pets: Bearemy's Kennel Pals(R) grants to support domestic pets are awarded four times a year for specific programs with measurable outcomes. The Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation desires to provide direct support for animals in domestic pet programs including animal welfare organizations, pet rescue and rehabilitation organizations, and therapeutic and humane education pet programs. (3) Literacy and Education: Literacy and education grants to help children are awarded twice a year for specific programs with measurable outcomes. The desire is to provide support for children in literacy and education programs such as summer reading programs, early childhood education programs and literacy programs for children with special needs. Grant Types Funded: (1) Individual Project grants - These grants are generally for one-time purchases or to fulfill a short-term need, such as the purchase of materials or equipment. (2) Organization Program grants - These grants fund start-up or operational costs for ongoing programs. The purpose and objectives of this program are very specific in nature. The distinct subject matter of this funding opportunity necessitates a thorough review of the official program guidance referenced at the URL provided in the contact section of this summary.

History of Funds:

None is available.

Average Award:

Varies

Name: Build A Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation

Department: Build-A-Bear Workshop

Street: 1954 Innerbelt Business Center Drive

City: Saint Louis

Zip: 63114

Email: giving@buildabear.com