join the bear necessities movement.
Youth helping youth. There are a beary big number of ways to make a difference — find yours.
Give what you can. We'll make it unbearably impactful.
Money moves fast. Over 81 cents of every dollar you give lands in a child's hands — through Bear Necessities care packages, Bear Hugs comfort kits, and direct aid to Lebanon.
- One-time or recurring donations welcome
- 81.8% goes directly to children in need
- Full transparency on how every dollar is used
- Cash gifts and Venmo welcome while we pursue 501(c)(3)
Show up. That's all it takes to be a bear.
Youth helping youth starts with showing up. Whether you have two hours or twenty, there's a place for you in the CAWZ family. No experience needed — just heart.
- Sort and pack Bear Necessities kits at monthly Build Days
- Assist at community fundraising events
- Bring your skills — design, social media, logistics, outreach
- Help run donation drives at schools and local spots
Pack a bear hug. Send it across the world.
We physically collect goods, sort them, build kits, and ship them. When you donate supplies, you're putting something real in a child's hands. That's the bear truth of what we do.
- Bear Necessities: bandages, antiseptic, gloves, clothing, hygiene items
- Bear Hugs: plush toys, coloring supplies, games, cards, small gifts
- Items must be new or like-new, sealed, unexpired
- Drop off at our events, or schedule a free pickup at your door
Be a mama bear for your community.
Colorado businesses have a unique power to multiply impact. Host a drive, display a collection box, co-sponsor an event — your platform can turn customers into a community of care.
- Host a Bear Necessities supply drive at your location
- Display donation collection boxes for customers
- Co-sponsor a CAWZ fundraising event
- Feature CAWZ in your marketing and social channels
- Offer employee volunteer days with us
can't give right now? spread the word.
Sharing our mission costs nothing and builds everything. The more people who know about CAWZ, the more bear hugs we can send.