KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) A holiday tradition that combines cuddly companions with community giving is back, as Savings Bank of Walpole, Douglas Cuddle Toys and Monadnock Media Group team up once again for the annual Good Friends campaign.

The 2026 fundraiser kicked off Friday, Nov. 13, with a KNE-FM live radio broadcast outside Savings Bank of Walpole’s West Street branch in Keene.

Throughout the holiday season, customers can purchase one of four plush stuffed animals for $10 at any Savings Bank of Walpole branch. Douglas Cuddle Toys has donated the stuffed animals, ensuring that 100% of the money raised goes directly toward supporting three local organizations: The Community Kitchen, Home Healthcare, Hospice and Community Services, and The Kids Collaborative.

This year’s collection features Drake Floppy Dragon, Darby Doodle Dog, Yaketie Yak and Baby Caterpillar Hug.

The three nonprofit beneficiaries provide a range of services to people throughout the Monadnock Region, from addressing food insecurity and providing meals to supporting individuals and families facing health and other challenges.

Danielle Ruffo, Savings Bank of Walpole’s senior vice president of community engagement and marketing, said in a news release the campaign has become a favorite holiday tradition because of the way it brings local businesses, nonprofits and residents together to help their neighbors.

The funds raised will be divided equally among the three organizations.

The annual partnership is made possible through Douglas Cuddle Toys’ donation of the plush animals and promotional support from Monadnock Media Group and KNE-FM.

Residents can participate by visiting any Savings Bank of Walpole branch during the holiday season, choosing a stuffed animal and helping support local services with their $10 purchase.

More information about Savings Bank of Walpole is available at walpolebank.com.