Zoe Austerman, 10, of Denver, has been named a semifinalist in
the 2006 search for Huggable Heroes. The recognition award program
honors kids 18-years-old and younger for their efforts to make the
world a better place.
Three years ago, Build-A-Bear Workshop launched Huggable Heroes
to encourage and recognize volunteerism and community service among
youth.
Zoe is being recognized by Build-A-Bear Workshop for her work
with the Urban Farm. Zoe serves as an instructor's helper and helps
underprivileged kids ride and learn about horses.
As a semifinalist in the 2006 search for Huggable Heroes, Zoe
receives a special certificate along with a Bear Buck$ gift card.
Ultimately, 12 will be named Huggable Heroes and honored this
summer in Los Angeles. They will be featured in the 2007 Huggable
Heroes calendar and will each receive a $2,500 donation for his/her
favorite cause.
Ninety-nine outstanding kids throughout the United States and
Canada have been named semifinalists. The field will be narrowed to
25 finalists in April. Look for Zoe on the Build-A-Bear Workshop
website,
www.buildabear.com, April
10-30 to see if she advances to the finalist round.