LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Valentine's Day is fast approaching, and unique gifts are available from Kentucky State Police as part of its 'Trooper Teddy Bear' program.
The Valentine's Day sale continues through through Feb. 14, with a special price of $20 for the Trooper Teddys, which normally sell for $25.
Troopers use the proceeds to provide teddy bears to children who have experienced traumatic situations, such as car crashes, child sexual abuse cases or fighting a terminal illness.
"Trooper Teddy Bears have become a staple in the agency’s community outreach, as we work to connect with our most vulnerable population – our children," KSP Commissioner Phillip Burnett Jr. said in a news release. "We hope people embrace the spirit of Valentine’s Day by purchasing a bear and contributing to this meaningful program."
Trooper Teddy Bears can be purchased online or at any KSP Post. When purchasing online, customers can select to pick it up at their local KSP Post free of charge or have it delivered to their home (shipping fees apply).
CLICK HERE to visit the Trooper Teddy website.
The Trooper Teddy Project was started in December 1989 after Kentucky First Lady Martha Wilkinson hosted a fundraiser at Red Mile Gaming & Racing, raising enough funds to purchase 2,000 bears.
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