Donating Toys

[thirsty_cherUM]

Hello Fellow CAFers!

I currently reside in Southeast Michigan, and I am embarking on a quest to clean my house this summer. I have come across old toys that are ~20 years old that I am looking to donate. However, I am not sure about St. Vincent de Paul, because they are just going to resell them. Does anyone know of a place that I can give my toys to where needy children will be able to make use of them? Who tends to have the most need, hospitals, homeless shelters, women’s shelters, someone else?

Any (name removed by moderator)ut is appreciated!

 

[Blue_Goose]

I have a basement full of toys that were lovingly acquired for children and grandchildren. The memories are priceless. Charities are looking for new or gently used. Keep the best of the best memories and let go of the rest.

Peace be with you.

 

[Allegra]

Hospitals are probably not going to accept 20 year old toys.

 

[jaimeleglise]

I imagine a homeless shelter would be very glad to have them. God bless you.

 

[John_Lazarus]

I imagine a homeless shelter would be very glad to have them. God bless you.

Maybe contact your pastor or parish office, and see if there are any needy people in the parish that could use an anonymous donation.

I always thought that, while indeed the SVdP did sell donated goods, they also provided free stuff to people who could not pay. And even if they do sell them, the proceeds go towards their charitable works.

Also, are any of the toys “collectible”? You could sell them on ebay and donate the proceeds. If not: yard-sale them.

 

[Allegra]

Maybe contact your pastor or parish office, and see if there are any needy people in the parish that could use an anonymous donation.

I always thought that, while indeed the SVdP did sell donated goods, they also provided free stuff to people who could not pay. And even if they do sell them, the proceeds go towards their charitable works.

Also, are any of the toys “collectible”? You could sell them on ebay and donate the proceeds. If not: yard-sale them.

That’s true. When the house of a student of mine was destroyed by a tornado, the SVdP store gave them all free, brand new mattresses and let them pick what they needed from the clothing, housegoods, and toys sections.

 

[Viki63]

In my state, Washington, there is an organization that collects and donates clothing, toys, shoes etc for foster children. Foster parents don’t have a lot of extra money for such things and the organization (Treehouse for Kids) is a big help.
I see that there are such places in Michigan: Big Family of Michigan is one. If you google donations for foster kids you will find others. I think this is a good kind of place to donate.

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