PARKER the Bear teaches children about taking care of our national park and how small gifts add up to do big things.

Soft and lovable, PARKER the Bear is on the move -- teaching children about philanthropy by encouraging them to "Share the Journey" and help protect our national treasure "The Blue Ridge Parkway".

You see, PARKER is a bank as well as a friend, and with your help he can teach children to get in the habit of saving on behalf of things they love. This is no ordinary bear for no ordinary road. The Blue Ridge Parkway is an amazing pathway of preservation, where the pristine beauty of nature and old mountain traditions are alive and well, and PARKER wants children to get involved with its future.

Each PARKER has a unique username giving access to a fun website about the Blue Ridge Parkway, the plants and animals that live there, and family activities and events along the Parkway.

The Foundation will personalize your gift with gift wrap if for a special occasion, and send Parker directly to your special child with gift card enclosed.

You are giving much more than a warm and fuzzy friend. You are contributing to the joy of all children who visit the Blue Ridge Parkway now and in the future. Thank you.

Order Parker the Bear Today!!!