Fundraise

One of the most meaningful ways to support our mission is by starting your own fundraising effort. Whether you share on social media, host a small event, run a race, celebrate your birthday with donations, or sell something you’ve created — your action has the power to change lives. Plus, you will raise awareness about the importance of accessible care for all and build community over a cause that matters. See below for ideas on how you can make a tangible impact. 

Share on Socials 

Word of mouth via social media is the easiest, quickest way to raise money for The Brave Little Bears Foundation. Copy, paste, and personalize one of the sample posts below: 

• Sample Post 1: Personal Connection I'm proud to support The Brave Little Bears Foundation, a cause close to my heart. They provide grants to families with children with special needs—families like [mine / my friend’s / insert your connection]—to help pay for the therapies and support these incredible kids deserve. If you're looking for a meaningful way to give back, please consider donating: [insert donation link] Every dollar makes a difference for families navigating complex medical and developmental journeys. 🐻💙 #BraveLittleBears #GiveHope 

• Sample Post 2: General Appeal So many families raising children with developmental disabilities face overwhelming therapy costs—with little to no help. The Brave Little Bears Foundation steps in to help those needing support so they can worry less about the financial burden and focus more on the simple, joyful moments of raising their children. Please join me in donating to this incredible cause: [insert donation link] Your gift helps cover the costs of life-changing therapies, educational activities, and access to mainstream recreational programs for kids who need support the most. 💙 #BraveLittleBears #SupportSpecialNeedsFamilies 🌟 

• Sample Post 3: Campaign or Milestone-Based Help me support a foundation that is doing truly brave work. The Brave Little Bears Foundation is raising money to fund their next round of grants for children with developmental disabilities—and they need our help. My goal is to raise [$XX] by [insert date]! Will you help me get there? Donate here: [insert link] Let’s give families the resources they need—and kids the chance to thrive. 🐻✨ #BraveLittleBears #DonateToday 💌 

• Sample Post 4: Short + Sweet Want to make a real impact? Support The Brave Little Bears Foundation, which helps families with children with special needs afford critical therapies and other activities. 💙 Donate here: [insert link] #BraveLittleBears #MakeADifference 

Birthday or Milestone Fundraisers 

Use Facebook, Instagram, or GoFundMe to collect donations in lieu of gifts. Copy, paste, and personalize: 

• This year, for my birthday, I’m raising funds for The Brave Little Bears Foundation — an organization that helps families of children with developmental disabilities access therapies and educational activities. This cause is meaningful to me because someone I love has a developmental disability. Instead of gifts, I’d be so grateful if you’d consider donating $5, $10, or whatever feels right. Every bit helps give these brave little bears the opportunities they deserve. You can donate directly here: [insert fundraiser link]  #BraveLittleBears #MakeADifference 

Host a Mini "Move for a Cause" Event 

Walkathon, bike ride, dance challenge, yoga class — solo or with a group. Ask the fitness studio to donate the class fees. Copy, paste, and personalize: 

• I’m reaching out because I’m looking for a way to create a fundraiser for a cause that means a lot to me: The Brave Little Bears Foundation, which supports children with developmental disabilities. Their work is truly life-changing, and I wanted to find a way to help. I was wondering if the studio would be open to hosting a special [insert type of fitness] class where the client fees (or a portion) could be donated directly to the foundation. I’d be happy to help spread the word, invite friends, and share about the mission so we can fill the class and make the biggest impact possible. I believe our community would love to come together for something meaningful like this, and it could be a wonderful way to show how movement and mindfulness can support healing beyond our walls. And of course, [insert studio name] would be highlighted on the foundation’s website. Please let me know if this might be possible or if we could talk about how to make it work. Thank you so much for considering it!

Gift Basket or Raffle Giveaway

Put together a themed basket (spa night, movie night, kids’ books). Take pictures and post to your social media. Sell tickets to friends or followers ($5–$10 per entry) and pick a winner. All proceeds go to The Brave Little Bears Foundation.