About Us
TBC’s Founders and Co-Founders.
Dedicated to providing Affection, Security and Love to all animals in need.
The Teddy Bear Care Corporation, also known as TBC, is an organization founded by Donna Roberts and Charlotte Williams-Newton on March 25, 2013, in the memory of Teddy Roberts who was a canine member of Donna Roberts’ family. TBC is a Domestic Nonprofit 501 (c ) 3 Corporation as listed in the articles of the Pennsylvania Department of State Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations. Declared by the State of Pennsylvania on July 24, 2014, section (3) under the Nonprofit Corporation Law of 1988 as a: Charity and prevention of cruelty to animals. TBC serves this mission for the South Western Community of Greene and Fayette Counties in the State of Pennsylvania. TBC strictly adheres to the articles placed upon them as a Network Rescue operation for the state of Pennsylvania without question; License number 16348, K-Class-NP. TBC is an organization that cultivates energetic volunteers by uniting them with their skill sets, talents and love of animals to serve their community to resolve and provide a better way of life for animals with training and education.
How it All Began
Teddy and his “Mama” (Donna Roberts) were an inseparable pair. They went everywhere and did everything together. As a puppy, Teddy had separation anxiety. It was evident Teddy needed a little extra attention than most and Donna was willing to be a steady constant in his life to keep him calm, happy and healthy. Whenever he was left alone Donna would keep the radio or TV on, letting him know he was not really alone and Mama would return soon.
Teddy received his name from the rescue called, “Puppy Play Pen” and after the teddy bear he would sleep with. It was here Donna first met her new best friend. Teddy was a very good boy, gave plenty of kisses, was excited to make new friends and would never forget his old friends. Teddy even loved cats, it's no secret some dogs do not. Teddy loved cats so much he had two of his own; Muffin and Makayla.
Bugsy was his best, (canine), friend. They enjoyed running free in New Jersey, inside a fenced-in roller blading rink. Along with his adopted sister Jackie the group loved to take rides in the car, look out the window, go “trick-or-treating” and spend Christmas together. Teddy greatly enjoyed opening his own presents. He even recognized his own Christmas stocking from the others and would pull it down from the mantle come Christmas day.
Another unique trick of his was to bow his head in front of his Mama as if to pray. This act of Teddy’s so tickled his Aunt Weeze so much that she often talked about him to her friends at church. Teddy made friends everywhere he went; human, canine and feline alike.
During Teddy’s time on doggie-hospice as his health began to fail, the TV was a source of calm for himself and his Mama. One of the movies they listened to while he was getting pain treatment’s was “Joyful Noise.” The song they heard in this movie was “To the Moon.” The very words Mama would say to him whenever she left for school or work. Even as he was losing the battle with his health, Makayla was by his side. Makayla was often by his side during this time, loving and keeping him warm. She was with Teddy when he passed away. Teddy is loved and missed by many, many people that range from the mid-west to the south and east coasts.
Teddy lived a very long and happy 19 years. He was able to do so because Donna Roberts made a promise, to do everything in her power to keep him well. It is known that teddy bears represent affection, security and love which describes Teddy perfectly and is what TBC is all about. The Teddy Bear Care Corporation was created to keep this kind of love alive in his honor and memory.
Who We Are
Dedicated to providing Affection, Security and Love to all animals in need.
TBC Board of Directors
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Donna Roberts | Chairman of the Board & Founder
Donna has such respect & love for animals. She believes even in their loss they should be held with the same respect as in life.
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Karen Roberts | President & Co-Founder
Karen is a lover of all animals & is fondly known as Baby Elephant. She enjoys collecting elephant figurines & is fiercely against animal abuse.
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Shari Facchine | Vice President
Shari is a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT). She is continuing to expand her knowledge & skills in canine rehabilitation with TBC.
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Robin Shimko| Treasurer
Robin comes to TBC with a passion for animals, and with her skill sets in accounting. Robin has been a foster for TBC, and also adopted one of the “Mathercats” Jackson! She has years of experience under her belt for this position, and we are happy to have her on the team!!
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Janice Fischer| Secretary
Janice comes to the TBC Board of Directors with great organizational skills, and is proactive in everything she does for TBC. She started with TBC with her son, Earl, in the TBC Jr. Program. She is an animal lover, and has a doggie, 2 kitty’s, fish & guinea pig.
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Barb Turner | Trustee & Co-Founder
Barb has had a deep & inspiring love of all animals. She grew up with many furry family members as a child & believes they are more than pets.
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Jennifer Duke | Trustee & Co-Founder
She developed the TBC accounting procedures & policies still being used today. Jenn is a cat lady, but also loves dogs & true animal lover.
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Charlotte Williams-Newton | Former Vice President & Founding Member
“I've always had a soft spot for my furry friends, especially dogs. Most of my dogs were rescued from the shelters.”
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Laura Rhea-Novillo | Former Volunteer Coordinator
Laura had many precious fur-babies; Titan, Buddy, Haven, Scooby, Coco, Nevaeh & Meeka.
"I love animals. They deserve love & attention."
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S. Lynn Snyder | Former Ticket Master
Lynn was a very important asset to TBC's fundraisers. Many of the things she was involved in would not have gotten done without her. She always went above & beyond to be helpful.
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Brian Roberts | Former Treasurer & Co-Founder
Brian loved animals & had been a part of TBC since the conception of the organization. We could not possibly begin to list all the wonderful ways he helped so many people & pets.