Faith McAllister is raising funds for the Cuddle Bear book drive in order to place a Cuddle Bear book and stuffed animal in the hands of children in our community.

This program is offered by USBORNE Books & More. The publisher of the book will be matching each donation made by 50%. If you donate two sets, they will automatically donate one. If you donate ten, they will donate five.  

FYN reached out to McAllister for more information on the drive,

When children are taken into foster care, it is most likely one of the worst and scariest times of their lives. Pickens County DFCS provides each child with a small bag of items that they NEED, such as toiletries, for example. Oftentimes, they’re taken in with only the clothes that they are wearing. Usborne Books & More will also donate a portion of the proceeds to the Scott Carter Foundation for pediatric cancer research…so donating to this drive will be a blessing to the foster children right here in our County as well as children all over the Country who are affected by pediatric cancer!!

Cuddle Bear is a sweet story about a bear who spreads cheer and hugs to others when they need it the most, no matter what their differences or needs. Any donation amount is truly appreciated! The cost of a Cuddle Bear book & plush set is $25.

Children truly are our future! As adults, it is our responsibility to make EVERY child feel important and loved. I feel that should start at home and spread outward as far as we can reach! Let’s be a blessing to these precious children and spread love and kindness…SHOW them that we care.

Donations can be made through the fundraiser shared on my personal Facebook page. My goal is to collect $1,000, which will provide 40 Cuddle Bear sets to the foster children of Pickens County DFCS. The fundraiser is open through July 29, 2017.

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