In 2008 I was introduced to Daisy Tate. Having then been “introduced” to Baxterbear I knew Baxterbear would be perfect to partnership with Rotary International. We agreed Baxterbear would join us in the “End Polio Now” campaign and be the recipient of Baxterbear sales in our partnership with Baxterbear. This was approved by my own Club, The Rotary Club of Glasgow, adopted by RIBI District 1230 and approved by the RIBI Council.

The resulting publicity ensured that not only Rotary Clubs in District 1230 become involved in raising funds for The End Polio Now Campaign but more importantly encouraged other Rotary Clubs and Districts in RIBI to become involved and “adopt” Baxterbear. Rotary Clubs throughout the world are now aware of Baxterbear and I am delighted that a spontaneous suggestion has resulted in sales of Baxterbear being used to fund so many worthwhile causes throughout the world.