Kauzbots was quietly founded in 2008 by a group of friends and philanthropists in Orange County, Calif. and looked to a group of passionate marketers to help take the brand to new levels. Kauzbots has become a popular and unique brand among children and gift-givers alike.
Each Kauzbot has a unique name that correlates with a charity the bot advocates for. The stuffed robot toys are all designed in Huntington Beach, Calif., handmade and hand-stitched with love and stand 19 inches tall. The individual name of each character is stitched into its backside along with a free-floating heart placed in its back pocket to signify its compassion. There are currently 10 Kauzbots with Kalvin, Kauzbots’ flagship “robot with a heart,” being committed to helping homeless children in need. 10 percent of each “Kalvin” purchased is given to benefit the work of Dream Catalyst. Like Kalvin, there are nine more characters available for purchase with their own passions, “kauzes” and correlating charities.
Currently Kauzbots has 10 robots for sale through their website and selected retailers. Each bot has a heart for a specific “kauz,” advocating for and donating to separate charities:
Kalvin: a heart for homeless children
Kale: a heart for the planet
Kaprice: a heart for women with breast cancer
Karissa: a heart or our environment
Karson: a heart for music therapy at children’s hospitals
Karthy: a heart for autism
Khloe: a heart for oral pediatric health
Kiefer: a heart for refugees
Kourage: a heart for children with cancer
Kruz: a heart for clean water
For this review we received Kiefer who’s cause is refugee help. Kiefer is passionate about providing food, shelter and healthcare to refugees all around the world. Every year millions of men, women & children are caught in the worst crisis, war & disaster. Forced to flee their homes to escape danger, basic necessities like shelter, clean water, healthcare & education are critical to their survival.
What is really cool about Kiefer is that 10% of the retail price of this bot is donated to IRC (International Rescue Committee) as they provide access to safety, sanctuary and sustainable change for refugees around the world.
As you all know…I’ve got a 6 year old grand daughter and a 2 1/2 week old grandson. As a grandmother it’s important to me to buy toys that are educational, fun and give back to a good cause. I really do take the time and research what I buy for my grandchildren.
Kiefer is absolutely adorable! He’s a “plush” robot that kid’s can cuddle with and get really creative with. He’s much better than a ratty stuffed teddy bear in my honest opinion! He can become your child’s very best friend! On Kiefer’s back is a pocket and inside the pocket is a stuffed red heart. A reminder that we all need to love one another and to help one another when we can.
Right now my 6 year old grand daughter has been enjoying Kiefer and once Baby Jax gets a little bit older…Kiefer will become his friend/toy to play with. Since Kiefer is done in black, white, red and gray…it’s a great first “toy” for very small children to have in their rooms (first colors they can see & identify).
With the holiday season quickly approaching any of the Kauzbots would make a great holiday gift. You can learn more about the Kauzbots and the company that makes them by visiting their site online.
Disclaimer: Shelly H. has personally reviewed the product listed above. Shelly has not received any monetary compensation for her review. Shelly did receive a free product to try out so she could evaluate and use it for her review. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ. Thanks!
These bots are very cute and support good causes. I think it is a very good gift for any occasion,
How cute are those bots, and they make you think too.
I love how big this toy is and it is super cute for either a boy or a girl. Great Christmas present idea thanks for sharing.
This is a great way to introduce kids to worthy causes. I also love that that Kauzbots donate a portion of their profits to the cause. They don’t just talk the talk, they walk the walk!