Vermont Teddy Bear Company Partners with For Henry AHC
Vermont Business Magazine Vermont Teddy Bear is now part of a heartwarming initiative that has united Vermont’s business community in support of a local hero, young Henry. When For Henry AHC Inc., reached out to Teddy Bear with a heartfelt request to create a special “Henry Bear.” They were honored to contribute to this inspiring cause.
Henry, a courageous 4-year-old Vermonter, faces the daily challenges of a rare genetic neurological condition called Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood (AHC). This condition causes him severe seizures, breathing difficulties, and temporary paralysis. Despite the grim prognosis and the lack of a current treatment or cure, Henry’s parents have shown incredible determination by founding For Henry AHC Inc. to seek a groundbreaking treatment for their son and others with similar conditions.
In a statement, Vermont Teddy Bear said, "We recognize the power of community and the impact of hope. We were honored to create a special four-foot Henry Bear, which now proudly represents Henry’s Village. This cherished bear has been dressed in outfits by some of Vermont’s most iconic brands, including Vermont Flannel, Orvis, Johnson Woolen Mill, Skida, Darn Tough, Commando, Simon Pearce, Danforth, Field Company, Stephanie Grace Ceramics, Queen City Dry Goods, and Fourbital Factory. Together, these brands have united to celebrate Henry and support his cause."
Henry Bear serves not only as a mascot but also as a beacon of inspiration, helping to drive local support for the crucial funds needed. To date, For Henry AHC has raised $1.5 million towards the $3 million goal required to develop a treatment for Henry at Boston Children's Hospital with Dr. Tim Yu’s team.
In collaboration with Henry’s Village, Teddy Bear invites the community to join For Henry AHC on August 10th for a special dinner at Snowfarm Vineyard in South Hero from 6-9 pm. This event, celebrating Henry and his village, will feature contributions from beloved Vermont food and beverage sponsors, including Snowfarm Vineyard, Zero Gravity, Whiskey Pig, Jasper Hill Farm, Ben and Jerry’s, Cold Hollow Cider Mill, and Roll Away Cafe. The evening will also include an auction, a concert by Kat Wright and her band, flowers from June Farm, and professional photography by Colette Kulig.
"We encourage everyone to support Henry’s Village through various means—raising awareness on social media or donating to For Henry AHC. The collective efforts of Henry’s Village are pivotal in advancing Henry’s treatment and making a profound difference in many lives."
For more information on how you can contribute, visit For Henry AHC Inc.'s website.
About Vermont Teddy Bear Company
The Vermont Teddy Bear Company started in 1981 when our founder opened a cart on Church Street in Burlington, Vermont and began selling Teddy Bears that he made in his garage. Forty years later, our Bears continue to be best friends, a part of the family and beloved heirlooms. Each one of our meticulously-designed, artisan, handcrafted Bears is guaranteed for a lifetime. Vermont Teddy Bears make the perfect gifts for men, women and children for any occasion, from Christmas to new babies and everything in between. Located in Shelburne, Vermont, Vermont Teddy Bear creates personalized gifts that have surprised and delighted for 40 years.
About Henry AHC Inc.
For Henry AHC's mission is to fund research to develop a treatment for Henry and others with AHC. current focus is funding research to design an antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) treatment for Henry and to forge a path for ASOs to be developed for all others with AHC and other similar rare genetic neurological diseases.
Source: August 5, 2024, Shelburne, Vt. – Vermont Teddy Bear
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