Berkeley Parents Network: Where to Donate Stuffed Animals

Berkeley Parents Network

Where to Donate Stuffed Animals

Berkeley Parents Network > Reviews > Charity, Donations & Recycling > Where to Donate Stuffed Animals

March 2007

Seems like someone's probably asked this question before, but does anyone out there have recommendations on where to donate A LOT of stuffed animals? Thanks! LUISA

I used to work for St. Anthony Foundation in San Francisco and they accept toys, stuffed animals, clothing, furniture and housewares in good condition (not dirty, broken, smelly etc) at their Clothing and Furniture program a 8th and Mission from 8am to 4pm Mon-Fri. You will get a donation receipt for the stated value and support a really great organization. www.stanthonysf.org
jennifer

There is an organization called Project Night Night that puts together comfort bags for children staying at homeless shelters. The bags have a stuffed toy, book and blankie. Info on donating items can be found at: www.projectnightnight.org

Sept 2006

Thank you so much to everyone wh0 contacted me and donated items to Books for the Barrios - I was overwhelmed by the response! And if I didn't connect with you I'm very sorry, I received so many emails I had trouble keeping track!

If anyone is interested in donating the following items to Books for the Barrios, check out their website for information, they are located in Concord: http://www.booksforthebarrios.com/F2nd_Y.html

* Games and Puzzles
* Toys, Stuffed Animals and Tennis Balls
* Athletic Equipment
* Crayons, Pencils and Scissors
* Clean Scrap Paper
* Children's Storybooks
* National Geographic Magazines
* Encyclopedias and Dictionaries
* Computers (Pentium III, or IV in working condition only)
* Monitors ($20 Donation Fee)
* Little Girls Dresses

thanks to all! nancy

April 2006

Does anyone know where I can donate several unused stuffed animals - e.g., a children's hospital; a homeless shelter? Thanks.

We recently made a donation to a local organization called Project Night Night. I actually found them through BPN. They do great work providing care packages that include a book, stuffed animal and security blanket to homeless children. They have several drop-off locations or you can mail the donation in. They will mail a receipt back to you for tax-purposes. You should check out their website at www.projectnightnight.org Jennifer

January 2006

Project Night Night would love to have your new and like-new baby blankets, children's books, and stuffed animals! Please see our website for information about where to drop off donations. www.ProjectNightNight.org

Project Night Night is a San Francisco-based 501(c)(3) that helps homeless children have sweeter dreams. To learn more, please visit www.ProjectNightNight.org Thanks! kendra

August 2005

Re: Too Many Stuffed Animals

Too many stuffed animals is a common problem! Not many places will accept used stuffed animals for donations/recycling. One worthwhile thing you can do with them is donate them to the Mavericks' soccer team which does the soccer kick at the Solano Stroll each year. They will take your stuffed animals (in very good condition) wash/dry them and give them away as prizes. If you do have any you want to donate contact them. They will be happy to come and get them if you are in Berkeley/ALbany/Oakland. Lori

Anyone with too many stuffed animals can donate them (via mail is okay) to ''Animal Beacons of Light'' in Mountain View. They gather new and lightly used, soft stuffed animals, clean them, and distribute them to children of all ages in orphanages, hospitals and homes around the world. In the past 10 years, more than 6,000 animals have been been sent to more than a dozen countries including Bosnia/Herzegovina, Afghanistan, South Africa, Mexico, Central America and Brazil. To donate stuffed animals or volunteer your time for repair and cleaning of animals, you can call 650-961-8777 (Mt. View) or email her at LNh at batnet.com Shannon

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