Bear Be A Resource For Cps Kids

"bearing gifts" is an annual program that provides toys and gifts to abused and neglected children under the care of cps during the holiday season. 26,623 children received gifts and toys in december 2023. Caseworkers submit wish lists for the cps children to bear staff. Over 1,033 volunteers assisted bear in 2023 by sorting, boxing, and wrapping gifts. Funds for this program are from foundations, individuals, corporate, church groups, and in-kind donations.

"back-to-school" is an annual program that provides school supplies, uniforms, and back packs to children under the care of cps in harris county. In 2023, this program served 16,432 cps children with essential items needed to return to school in the fall. This program is funded by corporate grants, foundations, individuals and in-kind donations. Approximately 755 volunteers assisted with this program in 2023.