Toy brands Popcultcha and Funko have teamed up to create an amazing way to help the animals suffering from the wildfires in Australia.
Small action figures of “bushfire heroes” are available for pre-order now. The money will benefit the Australian wildlife devastated by the ongoing bushfire crisis.
The limited-edition toys represent the firefighters helping to save the animals in danger. It includes koalas like the one holding on to the figurine’s leg.
The “bushfire heroes” are wearing yellow firefighter uniforms and white helmets. They have ashes on their faces and bodies as a result of the fires.
According to the product description, all the money from the sale will be donated to the RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). National Bushfire Appeal in monthly payments until the figures sell out.
“The RSPCA is working alongside government and emergency agencies, veterinarians and local authorities to provide much-needed equipment and supplies, emergency care and identifying and assessing injured animals in need of assistance,” the description reads.
“Their work will continue for months after the fires have ceased.”
The toy sells for $14.17 plus shipping can be purchased on the Popcultcha website.
Experts say that over 1 billion animals, including thousands of koalas, have died in Australia’s recent wildfires.
Many animal rescues have come to Australia to help koalas and the other animals hurt in the wildfires. knitters around the world have donated their creations to protect the paws of creatures burned in the blazes.
Recently, Australian Army soldiers gave their days off from helping the country to care for koalas in need.
“#OurPeople from 16th Regiment Emergency Support Force have used their rest periods to lend a helping hand at the Cleland Wildlife Park, supporting our furry friends during feeding time and by building climbing mounts inside the park,” the Australian Army wrote in a Facebook post. They shared multiple photos that show soldiers caring for injured koalas and carefully feeding the animals.
The time spent at Cleland Wildlife Park was “a great morale boost for our hard-working team in the Adelaide Hills,” the Australian Army wrote.
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