Thu, Sep 11, 2014
Volunteers Bringing Bears To Children Undergoing Cancer Treatment
United Airlines' custom-designed GUND teddy bear, "Ben Flyin," made some new friends on Tuesday ... National Teddy Bear Day ... at MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital in Houston. Volunteer United employees delivered the bears as part of the United Adventure Bear program, working together to lift the spirits of children experiencing health struggles or economic hardship worldwide. The furry travel companion comes complete with a passport full of travel-inspired activities and an exploration-ready vest so children can use their imaginations to dream up adventures with their new friend.
Houston was the second stop on the worldwide delivery tour. Last week volunteers delivered bears to children undergoing cancer treatment at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. United pilots, flight attendants, mechanics and other uniformed employees will make more than 45 additional deliveries to hospitals, schools and community organizations this year. They'll make stops in the airline's hub cities and dozens of other destinations around the globe.
"With more than 370 destinations worldwide, United is committed to giving back to the communities where our employees live and work," explained Bo Ellis, United's system chief pilot and a delivery volunteer. "Ben Flyin not only provides the comfort of a teddy bear, but also gives hope and inspires imagination through the adventure of travel."
By the end of 2014, United will have delivered more than 55,000 United Adventure Bears since the program began seven years ago. Customers and employees helped fund the bears through a summer donation drive.
(Image provided by United Airlines)
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