25TH ANNIVERSARY SILVER CELEBRATION GALA

Build-A-Bear celebrated its 25th anniversary gala last fall at Union Station by honoring founder Maxine Clark and raising funds for the organization’s foundation. Attendees gathered in the Midway West event space, where they were served cocktails and given a chance to create their own bears. Soon after, dinner was served and guests enjoyed a program in the grand ballroom. They were then treated to a performance by Charles Glenn Group in the Midway West event space.

For 25 years, Build-A-Bear has been adding a little more heart to life. This weekend, we hosted a gala to celebrate the first 25 years of Build-A-Bear and to honor our founder, Maxine Clark. Our 25th Anniversary Silver Celebration Gala raised over $1 million to benefit Build-ABear and its efforts to support children’s literacy and provide furry friends to children and families in need. Thank you to all who have supported BuildA-Bear and the foundation over the years. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

– CHRIS HURT BUILD-A-BEAR CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER