Meet Hugs the bear!
Hugs is on a mission — to share comfort and kindness with kids who need it most. Your donation to Hugs for Healing helps provide specially prepared teddy bears to children receiving hospital care.
Thanks to our partnership with Love Your Melon, every bear comes dressed in its very own LYM beanie — a little extra warmth to go along with the hug. Every contribution supports the purchase, preparation and delivery of bears to children who need a little extra comfort.
As seen on CBS Detroit
We had the opportunity to share the heart behind Hope Love Smile Project on CBS 62—and to talk about why this mission means so much to our family. Grateful for the chance to shine a light on Hugs for Healing, our daughter Emme’s story, and the incredible community that continues to show up with open hearts.
This is just the beginning. Thank you for being part of it.
Make a donation
Every contribution to Hugs for Healing is dedicated to one thing—getting bears into the hands of children in the hospital.
That means your support goes directly toward creating and delivering moments of comfort, exactly where they’re needed most.
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Hope Love Smile Project is a registered 501(c)(3)
nonprofit organization. EIN 41-4226662.
Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Special Delivery
Every bear you see in this video represents something bigger than a donation. It’s a moment of comfort. A reminder that someone cares. A hug when families need it most.
This is what Hugs for Healing looks like in action—packing each bear with intention, delivering them with love, and sharing them with children and families inside the hospital.
Each bear is thoughtfully prepared, paired with a handwritten note, and delivered directly to children and families receiving care. These bears aren’t just toys. They’re something a child can hold onto during an unfamiliar, overwhelming moment.
For parents, they’re a small reminder that their child is seen.
For kids, they’re a new friend during a tough day.
For us, they’re proof that small acts of kindness matter.
