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A large portion of this Chapter's funds go directly back into
the community as donations to charities and special programs such as those
listed below. Buddy Bears
- This Chapter actively promotes the Buddy Bear
program sponsored by ABATE of Minnesota. Buddy Bears are small stuffed
bears which are distributed by this and other ABATE chapters to local Fire and
Rescue units, Emergency Response units, trauma centers, etc., which in turn
distribute the Bears to children who have been subjected to a difficult or
traumatic situation. The Buddy Bears help to provide some level of comfort
to the child during these times. This Chapter raises funds to purchase and
distribute the Bears through various activities. Proudly, the Chapter has
distributed well over 300+ Buddy Bears!.
Financial or Volunteer Support
- The River Riders Chapter has provided financial contributions and/or volunteer
labor to the following:
- Camp New Hope - camp for the physically challenged
- Make-A-Wish Foundation - financial contribution
- Green Acres Seniors Center
- Crisis Nursery of Chisago/Isanti County
- Chisago County Food Shelf
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