One Orange Bear. One Big Hug.

The Bibas Bear was created in memory of Ariel and Kfir Bibas to bring comfort to children during one of the scariest moments of their lives - being transported in an ambulance. Developed in partnership with Jen K Designs and Hatzalah of the Five Towns, these bears are gifted to kids, offering comfort when it's needed most.

How One Bracelet Became Thousands of Smiles

Wanting to honor Ariel and Kfir, Jen Krup of Jen K Design created a beautiful gold bracelet featuring orange hearts. The proceeds of the bracelets funded the Ariel and Kfir Playground at Geha Mental Health Center in Israel - a place where children can laugh, play, and heal.
 

When the playground was complete, the remaining funds were used to launch the Bibas Bear Project, ensuring children experiencing medical emergencies receive comfort when they need it most. One act of kindness became another.

About Toys for Hospitalized Children

Toys for Hospitalized Children is dedicated to bringing happiness and healing to sick children because we believe happy kids heal faster! In Israel, we have built and operate six pediatric playrooms, one playground, and three toy closets. Each year, the organization distributes over 100,000 toys to sick children.

In Loving Memory of Ariel & Kfir Bibas

On October 7, the Bibas family was kidnapped from their home in Nir Oz during the Hamas terrorist attacks. The smiling faces and orange hair of Ariel (4) and Kfir (9 months) touched millions around the world. After months in captivity, they were brutally murdered by Hamas. Today, their memory continues to inspire acts of kindness and compassion for children everywhere.

The Bibas Playground

Because of the incredible generosity of everyone who purchased a bracelet, children now have a beautiful place to heal through play. The playground was dedicated by Jen Krup, founder of Jen K Design and opened by Yarden Bibas with the help of Maurice Shnaider, turning a painful loss into something that will bring joy to thousands of children for years to come.

Today, that same mission continues through every Bibas Bear placed into the hands of a frightened child.

Follow the Journey

Every Bibas Bear has a story. Follow Toys for Hospitalized Children and Jen K Designs on Instagram to see where the Bibas Bears are making an impact, meet the first responders behind the project, and learn more about our programs.
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