Where to Donate #StuffedAnimals, #ActionFigures, and Other #Toys

Instead of tossing your kids' old playthings, donate gently used items to one of these organizations.

By Jasmine Suarez and Blythe Copeland
Updated on February 11, 2026

"If you find yourself overrun by stuffed animals, outgrown toys, never-opened games, and like-new books, it's time to donate items to a charity. And in most cases, it's easy to find a great home for your gently used items.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I donate items that need repair?

Some organizations can take goods in any condition and repair or clean as needed; others require only items in like-new condition. Repair stuffed animals before donating them, make sure toys and puzzles have all their pieces, and clean plastic toys when possible.

How do I wash stuffed animals before donating them?

Most stuffed animals can be washed in the washing machine; put them in a pillowcase or delicates bag for extra protection. If the label dictates hand washing, remove the stuffing before washing the outside of the stuffed animal.

How do I wash plastic toys?

Most small plastic toys (including loose Legos) can be washed in the washing machine or dishwasher; larger items can be wiped with disinfecting wipes or washed with warm water and a gentle soap.

What’s the best way to donate stuffed animals if I don’t have a local drop-off spot?

If you haven't had any luck contacting local organizations about donations, consider calling 211, a national number dedicated to essential community services. They can connect you with social service organizations to ask about specific donations. This service is run by United Way in most regions, in collaboration with local nonprofits and other public agencies."

Learn more:
https://www.marthastewart.com/8117000/where-to-donate-toys

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Strippers are now the No. 1 donor of toys to children's hospital in Portland. This year, they broke their own record

https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/tatas-for-toys-portland

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#TONIGHT 🎉🌈 Calling all of our 2SLGBTQIA community! 🌈🎉

Get ready for a night to remember...

📅 Saturday, December 13
🕘 9:00 PM – till late
📍 Ottawa Knights Toys For Tots Fundraiser & Fetish Gear Night

Bring the heat, and the heart! 💖 Whether you show up in your finest fetish gear or just your fabulous self, you’re invited to help spread holiday cheer.

How you can support:

Bring an unwrapped toy for the holidays 🎁

Prefer to donate cash or cashless? One of the Ottawa Knights will help you with donations at the event 💵

We’ve got you covered:
🎶 A DJ to keep the dance floor alive
🍸 Friendly bartenders serving all your drinks

Come out, celebrate, donate, dance — and help make someone’s holiday a little brighter.

See you there! 🖤

#Ottawa #OttawaEvents #OttawaNightlife #2SLGBTQIA #LGBTQCommunity #ToysForTots #FetishNight #FetishGear #FundraiserEvent #HolidayGiving #CommunityLove #DanceNight #GoodVibesOnly #WeekendVibes #PartyWithAPurpose

Have you seen this? - 🚒🧸CVFD X TOYS FOR TOTS🧸🚒

@chulavistafd and @toysfortotsofficial are teaming up again this year. Drop off your new, unwrapped toys at any of our 10 fire stations. Donations will be accepted until Monday December 15. #toysfortots

👉🏽👉🏽 https://www.facebook.com/490073283409505/posts/845401864543310

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#ChulaVista
#JDATA

Toys for Tots Celebrates Another Year of Spreading Cheer

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://thetoyinsider.com/toys-for-tots-holiday-campaign-2025-launch/

Oh, what a beautiful sight!

Oh, what a beautiful sight! That's a wrap on this year’s #PolkCounty #TaxCollector office toy drive for #toysfortots. These will be wrapped after we send them off to the Polk County Salvation Army's Toys For Tots program. It does SO much good for so many kids each year, and we are happy to continue to be part of this #toydrive! #polkcounty #polkcountyfl #merrychristmas #happyholidays

https://lakelandgazette.info/news/2024/12/18/oh-what-a-beautiful-sight/

Fun time tonight at the @[email protected] in Buckhead…which is 🔥🔥 but you still have time to head over to your local Publix and donate a New, Unwrapped toy!!

#ToysForTots @[email protected]

Santa is watching you do not wanna end up on the Naughty list…🤣🤣