This project collected over 500 stuffed bears to donate to the Ronald McDonald House to bring smiles to children with disabilities and illnesses. The bears were distributed throughout the house, including in the playroom, to provide comfort and happiness for families staying there during their child's treatment. The initiative was a success that raised the spirits of many children in difficult circumstances.

1. Bears for HeartsAmanda Slateraslater123@knights.ucf.edu04/23/2010EEX 4070

2. SummaryThis project was created to help children and families of children with disabilities and illnesses put a smile on their face during their stay at the Ronald McDonald house.Collected over 500 bears to donate to the Ronald McDonald HouseSt. Petersburg Ronald McDonald HouseThe R. M. House Playroom where the bears are placed.My sister Courtney and the Ronald McDonald Manger Mel.

4. I am a Junior at the University of Central Florida.

5. I am majoring in Elementary Education, and Technical Education and Industry Training.

6. My academic goal is to attain a Master’s in Educational Leadership.

7. I love to volunteer and help in the community for any cause, especially helping children.

8. My experience with project was exceptional to any other volunteer work I have done because I was involved in it with my sister and my mom. Our goal was to hand out a bear to each child staying in the house, and we accomplished it. We raised over 500 bears for the house, and were able to place them in various parts including the playroom. We hope that these bears will provide comfort and happiness for the children and families that must reside in the Ronald McDonald house due to disabilities and illnesses.About Me