What is Bandaged Bear DayTM?
The Bandaged Bear DayTM Appeal is the major merchandise appeal for The Children's Hospital at Westmead. Merchandise is on sale at a variety of outlets throughout NSW and the ACT for the month of March.
Help us celebrate Bandaged Bear’s 21st Birthday on Friday 26 March! Buy merchandise, donate money or hold your own “When I grow up I want to be…” party during March and raise vital funds for The Children’s Hospital at Westmead.
Friday 26 March, Bandaged Bear DayTM, is the highlight of the Appeal, with hundreds of volunteers on the streets selling the bright and colourful merchandise. The Hospital relies heavily on the support of the community to make this day an overwhelming success.
Bandaged Bear DayTM Appeal funds will help care for sick kids needing a range of medical treatments. Donations will be allocated to areas of the greatest need within the Hospital including research into childhood diseases, the purchase of vital equipment and the provision of patient services. Community support contributes significantly to The Children’s Hospital at Westmead being a world-class centre of healing for sick children and their families, where fun and laughter line the road to recovery.
When is the Bandaged Bear DayTM Appeal?
In 2010, the highlight of the Appeal - Bandaged Bear DayTM - will be celebrated on Friday 26 March. Bandaged Bear merchandise is available throughout the month of March.
Where does the money go?
All proceeds raised from the sale of Bandaged Bear DayTM merchandise and the donation of funds from events and personal donations go directly to The Children's Hospital at Westmead. The funds are directed to the areas of the Hospital most in need at the time. Every dollar we receive goes directly toward supporting the amazing work done at the Hospital, and ultimately, impacts the lives of sick kids and their families.
$40 would allow a family to stay overnight at the Hospital with their sick child
$45 could pay for a nurse to a visit a child with Cystic Fibrosis to help them administer their medication
$50 could pay for an hour's worth of research into life saving treatments
$100 could pay for life-saving drugs for a critically ill child
More about Bandaged Bear's coat?
With a new coat every year, Bandaged Bear has now become a collector's item. In honor of the 21st anniversary primary students from across the country were invited to submit their own unique coat designs. Atia, a 12 year old student from Mascot Public School, won the nation wide competition and her colourful coat will be unveiled at the start of the Appeal.
Check out the full timeline of Bandaged Bear below
