A community initiative supporting children during difficult times
Introducing Bartholomew

A cuddly friend for children who are experiencing a traumatic event.

Some people call them trauma teddies, but we like to call Bartholomew our ‘Comfort Koala’.

Over the last couple of years, the BART Team have been sending out comfort koalas as a community initiative to help support our kids when the going gets rough.

Below are some photos of Bartholomew’s adventures across Australia!

One of our members took the bear from the tanker and gave it to one of the impacted drivers daughter when she arrived at the scene with her father. This was very well received and brought some level of comfort to the little girl in a very difficult moment of her life.

BART Member, CFA

Regrettably we had to introduce Bartholomew at recent MVA involving young children. However, It was obvious that Bartholomew made an instant and extremely positive impact. Just thought you might like to know.
Thank you and the BART team.

Perth Fire Brigade