A tiny Japanese macaque named Punch stole hearts worldwide when photos showed the lonely baby clinging to his plush “Oran-mama” after being abandoned by his mom.

His touching story exploded online, with fans cheering “Ganbare Punch-kun!” from every corner of the globe

IKEA Japan heard the call! Their president personally visited the Ichikawa City Zoo and donated piles of cozy DJUNGELSKOG orangutan plushies — plus extras — to keep Punch comforted as he slowly joins his troop.

From viral sadness to a wave of kindness… proof that empathy (and a soft toy) can change everything!