Claire Bear "with the curly brown hair" was an 8-year-old student at Shiloh Elementary in Union County, NC, who passed away from a brain tumor. Her family created this fund in 2001 as a way of continuing her tradition of caring. Gifts to the Claire Bear Fund support students and the art department at Shiloh Elementary School, as well as other students and schools across the country in all areas of need.
Note: The fund’s advisors and/or authorized parties may recommend distributions from this fund, which includes contributions from all donors to any IRS-approved public charity.