We are excited to share that we have three bears in this year’s Benevolent Bear Collection, each lovingly handcrafted by Lorraine Dippelsmann of Fig Tree Hollow Bears.
Meet Archibald, Elizabeth and Gizmo – three unique, bespoke bears created with a very special purpose to raise funds for Restoring Hope Parkinson’s Therapy and the work we do to restore the lives of those impacted by Parkinson’s.
Over the next few weeks, each of these bears will be individually auctioned. Beginning the auctions is ‘Archibald‘, a handsome bear, always looking classy in his black bowtie with his watch and key chain.
The Benevolent Bears are available for viewing at the Mapleton Post Office, where prospective bidders are also welcome to handwrite early bids.
2025 Benevolent Bear Auction Dates:
Archibald – 27th July – 3rd August (Online auction)
Elizabeth – 3rd August – 10th August (Online auction)
Gizmo – 10th August [Live auction at RHPT’s Annual Fundraising Celebration]