The Theodore Society, an organization dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the teddy bear, is a place for those who understand the unique joy and goodwill only teddies exude. Artists, collectors, manufacturers, industry notables and you can join in the worldwide “hug” this special club creates.

Through get-togethers, e-mail, message boards, blogs, and various charitable opportunities, Society members are regular goodwill ambassadors. To thank members for their dedication to the teddy bear, the Theodore Society and its Industry Allies offer benefits available only to this select group.

The Theodore Society has two membership levels: Club and Gold. Club membership includes the opportunity to purchase the Theodore Society limited-edition collectible club bear, a membership card, a charter membership number, a collectible membership lapel pin, an e-newsletter with teddy bear news, access to the Society Internet chat room, the ability to nominate candidates for the prestigious Ambassador Award, and more.

Gold membership includes the membership benefits of the regular membership, along with the opportunity to purchase the rare gold edition Theodore Society bear as well as the club bear, a distinctive gold lapel pin to replace the regular membership pin, a gold membership card, a unique gold membership number and a full subscription to Teddy Bear Review.

Visit www.theodoresociety.org for more information on the organization.