BURLINGTON, MA —  As Valentine’s Day approaches, a local tradition rooted in compassion and community returns for its sixth year. The 6th Annual Teddy Bear Drive  is underway, with an ambitious goal: to collect 1,500 brand-new teddy bears  to bring comfort, courage, and companionship to children—and seniors—facing illness, homelessness, and trauma. The drive benefits HELPIS , a registered nonprofit dedicated to spreading kindness and supporting individuals and families during

Every child deserves to start the school year feeling prepared and confident—and with your help, they can. The 2025 HELPIS Backpack and...

This May, the Burlington Community honors students with ladybug signs and a parade, spreading compassion through schools, families, and...

For Immediate Release Contact: Emily Trask emilytrask@helpis.org   Date: April 1, 2025 A Collaboration Between Burlington Public Schools...