500 stuffies later…we’re still reminiscing on our first event. Now we have six more coming in 2025. Ali Kraus, CFE Kristopher Stuart, CFE
About us
At Furry Frans, we’re on a mission to bring comfort to children in crisis—one furry friend at a time. Through the power of the franchise community, we collect and distribute new and gently loved stuffed animals to children facing traumatic situations, working directly with first responders and local organizations. Founded by franchise professionals with a passion for giving back, Furry Frans activates franchise brands, suppliers, and industry events as collection points to gather plush donations. These soft, comforting toys are then delivered to fire and police departments across the country to be handed out to children when they need a little extra love. We believe franchising has the power to create change beyond business—and we’re building a movement that lets brands and individuals make a difference in the lives of children, just by sharing a furry friend. Whether you're a franchisor, supplier, or community member, there’s a way for you to get involved. Let’s spread kindness, one hug at a time.
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www.furryfrans.com
External link for Furry Frans
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Employees at Furry Frans
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This is what joy looks like 🐻✨ Thank you to each and every one of you who showed up, donated, and stood behind the mission of Furry Frans. Together, we’re proving that franchising can create real impact for kids in need — and we’re just getting started. Excited for what’s next! 💕 #FurryFrans #FranchiseFamily
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What a night 🙌 Seeing this incredible community come together — arms full of stuffies and hearts full of purpose — is exactly why Furry Frans exists. Thank you to everyone who believes in what we’re building and for being part of our very first step. We can’t wait to do it all again at the next event 💙 #FurryFrans #ComfortIsOnTheWay
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A huge thank you to the Fire Chief and the incredible team from DC Fire and EMS for not only accepting our donation, but for spending the evening with us and showing firsthand what the S.A.F.E. program means for kids in crisis. 💙 We are honored to partner with you in bringing comfort where it’s needed most. #FurryFrans #ComfortIsOnTheWay #SAFEProgram
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When asked “Why I Donated to Furry Frans”, April Porter (Socrates Founder) shared: 💬 “As a former prosecuting attorney that specialized in crimes against children, I’ve seen first hand the impact a simple thing like a stuffed animal can have on a child processing trauma.” April, thank you for bringing both your professional insight and your heart to this mission 💙 #FurryFrans #ComfortIsOnTheWay
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Some people shine so brightly you can feel their impact the moment they walk in a room 💙 Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to the beautiful (inside & out) Irene, who not only created the DC Fire and EMS S.A.F.E. Program but also partnered with us to make this donation possible. From the very beginning, Irene worked hand-in-hand with Kris and me to coordinate every detail with her incredible team. Her vision and dedication ensure that children in crisis receive comfort when they need it most — and we are so honored to stand beside her in this mission. Thank you, Irene, for your leadership, your heart, and your partnership. You’re truly one of a kind. #FurryFrans #ComfortIsOnTheWay #SAFEProgram
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When asked “Why I Donated to Furry Frans”, Stephanie Benze, CFE, CFC3 (AC Inc) shared: 💬 “A little buddy to cuddle during difficult times offers BIG comfort. We all need a little more comfort in our lives!” Thank you, Stephanie, for reminding us of the heart behind every single stuffy donated 💙 #FurryFrans #ComfortIsOnTheWay
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One of our favorite parts of the night? Seeing how personal these donations were 💕 Mitchell Ryan Lee, CFE Lee (Buddy’s Home Furnishings) shared that his two-year-old son picked out which stuffed animal to give—and moments like that remind us what this is all about. Big thanks to Mitchell and friends for bringing the heart (and the stuffies!) 💙🐻 #FurryFrans #ComfortIsOnTheWay Stacie Waller, CIC, CFE
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The perfect ending to a perfect night ✨ Just as the skies cleared, the DC Fire & EMS deputy truck pulled down the street, and we proudly announced 500 stuffed animals collected for the S.A.F.E. program. 🧸🚒 Presenting them to the Chief and the incredible DC Fire & EMS team was a moment we’ll never forget. 💛 #FurryFrans #ComfortIsOnTheWay #FranchisingForGood #DCFireAndEMS
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Of course we had to give Jack Monson the ONLY custom black Furry Frans tee—because he’s the man in black 🤘🖤 Huge shoutout to Jack and the entire Thunderly team for being the absolute BEST web developers + managers EVER. We couldn’t do this without you! 🙌 #FurryFrans #ComfortIsOnTheWay #FranchiseFamily
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