The Spotlight is on Turner Barran
One of our regular customers, Deputy Turner Barran of Metairie, Louisiana, is the founder of Barran’s Bears, a nonprofit that provides teddy bears to police, fire, and EMS departments across the state. These bears are kept in emergency vehicles and handed out to children who are experiencing trauma—whether from domestic violence, car accidents, fires, or other crises.
To celebrate National Bring Your Teddy Bear to Work Day, the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office shared a video showing how they’re partnering with Barran’s Bears to stock patrol cars with comforting plush friends.
More from Barran's Bears
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Barran’s Bears donated special pink bears to police departments across the country. Chief Garivey from Freeport, Texas and Officer Rodriguez from New York both posted thank-yous on social media, highlighting how these thoughtful gifts are being handed out to those currently battling breast cancer or in recovery.
Freeport Police Chief Garivey receives pink bear donation
Officer Rodriguez in New York shares Barran's pink bear
Be sure to check out more of Barran’s Bears’ activities on their Facebook page.
