if Only… is a registered charity that gives vital support to adult survivors of child sexual abuse. We’ve seen how small gestures can make a huge difference which is why we decided to launch the Healing Bear Project. The project gives individuals the opportunity to help survivors of child sexual abuse by sponsoring a bear.

The bears are given to survivors as a reminder that they are not alone. Many survivors face crippling daily challenges, especially those with traumatic childhoods and who suffered with loss of security, that most of us take for granted. The if Only… bear offers a safe companion to be there as a reminder of hope in the toughest times.

There is no way to repair the damage that was done at the time that the abuse happened. Nor can the emotional scars ever be totally erased. But kindness and understanding can help to sooth the pain.

If you would like to show someone that you care about them, please sponsor an if Only.. bear.

Each bear comes with it’s own adoption certificate, plus sponsors can name the bear and write a note. if Only… will nominate a survivor to receive the bear with the certificate and note.

Sponsor a bear today for only £20.
All the proceeds go to if Only…