
A successful Bear Health Fair begins with thoughtful preparation. While each church or organization may adjust the timeline based on their event size and needs, the following planning guide provides recommended steps to help you prepare your team, gather supplies, recruit volunteers, and create a welcoming experience for families. Starting early allows your church to focus not only on the details of the event, but also on building relationships and praying for the families who will attend.
Suggested Planning Timeline
8–12 Weeks Before
✅ Reserve Bear Health Fair materials
✅ Select event date/location
✅ Create organizing team
✅ Begin promotion planning
6–8 Weeks Before
✅ Recruit volunteers
✅ Order bears and supplies
✅ Begin community advertising
3–4 Weeks Before
✅ Send booth information to volunteers
✅ Confirm volunteer assignments
✅ Prepare name badges
✅ Review supplies
Week of Event
✅ Confirm weather plan
✅ Pack supplies
✅ Pray with volunteer team
Event Day
✅ Volunteer orientation
✅ Booth setup
✅ Welcome families
✅ Celebrate!

Event and Volunteer Coordinator
- Oversees planning timeline
- Communicates with conference
- Coordinates volunteers
- Recruits volunteers
- Assigns booths
- Sends booth materials
Promotion Coordinator
- Advertises event
- Connects with community partners
Prayer Coordinator
- Leads spiritual preparation