Cuddly Initiative: 75 "Comfort Teddies" for Young Patients in Villingen-Schwenningen
Once again this year, MinebeaMitsumi Technology Center Europe GmbH is sending a signal of support. As part of the "Trösteteddy" (Comfort Teddy) initiative, Jessica John, Head of Corporate Communications Europe at MinebeaMitsumi, together with the charity Kinderhilfe Diekholzen, once again presented a donation of 75 teddy bears to the Schwarzwald-Baar-Klinikum in Villingen-Schwenningen on June 10, 2026. Following the success of last year's campaign, the development company based in the "Auf Herdenen" industrial park felt a strong commitment to support the initiative again, offering comfort and courage to children in emergency situations through these cuddly companions.
A hospital stay often marks a young child's first major separation from the security of their family home. In this unfamiliar environment, care and emotional stability are crucial. This is where the comfort teddy comes in: it serves as a loyal companion, gives courage, and helps reduce anxiety. "The response last year showed us just how much a small teddy bear can achieve," said Jessica John of MTCE. "For us, it was clear that we wanted to repeat this commitment. We want to show the children in the hospital that they are not alone and make their stay a little easier with a cuddly friend."
Kinderhilfe Diekholzen operates nationwide and has already distributed over 35,000 teddy bears to children's hospitals, hospices, and emergency services. Sabrina Ziss from the charity emphasizes that the teddies are much more than just toys: "Due to their special size, the teddies invite children to hug them tightly. The resulting muscle contraction has a proven calming effect and provides a sense of security," Ziss explains. Furthermore, the bears often act as a "spokesperson" for the young patients: in private conversation with the teddy, children frequently confide worries to their plush friend that they would not express directly to adults.
The current donation campaign was made possible through the commitment of the local development company. With around 500 employees, MinebeaMitsumi Technology Center Europe GmbH is the largest motor development center. At its Villingen-Schwenningen site, the company develops innovative drive technologies, such as electronically commutated BLDC motors, LED backlights, and high-precision sensor systems for a wide range of industries.
