Discover the charm of this handmade blue crochet teddy bear. With each purchase, you support the ALD Foundation in their important work. This adorable plush toy is not only super cute but also machine washable and safe for all ages. Bring joy to your loved ones while making a meaningful impact with this special crochet teddy bear. Each Bestie the Bear colorway lends support to causes that are near and dear to my heart. Blue is for ALD. For each sale of this ALD Awareness Blue Bestie Bear, I will donate $10 to ALD Connect by request of a friend whose family carries the gene. Hug a bear, show you care. From the ALD foundation: "Adrenoleukodystrophy, or ALD, is a genetically determined neurological disorder that affects 1 in every 17,900 boys worldwide. The presentation of symptoms occurs somewhere between the ages of 4 and 10, and affects the brain with demyelination. Boys develop normally until the onset of symptoms occurs. Symptoms typically rival those of attention deficit disorder before serious neurological involvement becomes apparent. The symptoms progress rapidly and lead to vegetative state, and death anytime thereafter." Machine washable and safe for all ages. 100% acrylic yarn, 100% recycled polyester fill, embroidered face.