In Take a Break this week (yes, I occasionally read TaB - my secret shame!) there is a story about a charity that sends knitted teddies to deprived and traumatised children all over the world.
The pattern is here angelbear.co.uk
and the details of where to send them are here takeabreak.co.uk
There are two versions of the pattern, one is done all in one piece (which is great if, like me, you hate sewing). They are very cute & a good way to use up your stash! 
Anyone fancy knitting a few teds for a good cause?