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Faith makes all things possible; Hope makes all things work and Love makes all things beautiful.
Dearest Friends & Supporters,
The holidays are a time filled with wonderous love, light, and joy, and we find ourselves reflecting on the true spirit of giving. This year, we’re reaching out to share an opportunity to spread that love and light to some of the bravest children in our community – those battling cancer. Every year, countless children are diagnosed with cancer, and their young lives are turned upside down. The emotional and physical challenges they face can be overwhelming. Medical procedures can be painful and scary, often leaving them to feel isolated and afraid.
The Berni & Murcer Comfort Backpack Program is dedicated to bring a ray of hope and joy into the lives of these precious children by delivering specially curated comfort backpacks (with input from medical professionals and families impacted by cancer) filled with unique items such as the Berni Therapeutic Plush Companion, the Murcer Chemo Bag Cover, The Adventures of Berni & Murcer Storybook, writing journal, activity books, etc., to help brighten their days during and provide a sense of childhood normalcy. Each backpack is a reminder that they are not alone in this fight and that there is a community of caring individuals cheering them on!
Why the Berni Plush Companion?
The Berni Therapeutic Plush Companion is more than a stuffed animal; it's a friend that offers emotional support. Its soft, huggable design and comforting presence help children feel less alone during treatments. Children report experiencing a sense of security and comfort when holding their Berni, making those long hospital days just a little brighter.
What about the Murcer Chemo/IV/Feeding Bag Cover?
The Murcer Chemo/IV/Feeding Bag Cover is designed to make the experience of treatment a bit more bearable.
It transforms standard chemo/IV/feeding bags into cheerful companions, allowing kids to express their individuality and creativity. With a fun design, the Murcer Cover helps reduce the stigma and fear associated with treatment, turning a clinical necessity into something personal and uplifting.
How You Can Help...
Your generous contribution can help us fill these backpacks with love, hope, and comforting items. Here is how your donation can make an impact:
$100 –creates and fills a Berni & Murcer Comfort Backpack with nurturing and supportive items.
$30 - provides one Berni Plush Companion, offers emotional support and a comforting presence.
$20 - supplies a Murcer Chemo/IV/Feeding Bag Cover, brightening a child’s treatment experience.
$15 – provides The Adventures of Berni & Murcer, a storybook of a boy coping with cancer and his new best pal, Berni, a Bernese Mountain dog.
Every dollar counts and brings us closer to our initial goal of 1,500 backpacks. Your support will provide an experience to cherish and sends a powerful message of hope and healing to children and families navigating the challenging cancer journey.
To donate, visit www.bernaiandmurcer.org or contact us at berniandmurcer@gmail.com. Thank you for your kindness and generosity and we wish you and your loved ones a joyful and peaceful holiday season.
Together, let’s make a difference, one backpack at a time!
With heartfelt gratitude,
Teri, Jonathan, and Aaron Gaberman
Ari & Myles – The Office Cats
The Team at Berni & Murcer - Friends for Life
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