Pre-loved Toy Workshop - 6 and older

Become Mini Volunteers: Repurpose Preloved Toys, Make a Big Impact!

Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community while having fun? Join us for our Preloved Toy Workshops: Mini Volunteer Sessions!

Why It Matters:

• In Australia, 27 million toys end up in landfill each year, contributing to 6% of global plastic waste.
• By participating in our sessions, you'll help repurpose these toys, reducing waste and bringing joy to more children in our community.

What’s Involved?

In these sessions, you’ll:

• Help prepare toys for sharing with other children, promoting reuse and sustainability.
• Participate in hands-on activities that highlight the importance of reducing waste and giving toys a new life.
• Engage with like-minded volunteers and make a difference in the lives of children and families.

What You’ll Do:

• Explore Toys: Learn about toy lifespans and their environmental impact.
• Hands-On: Clean, sort, and package toys for reuse.
• Swap Session: At the end of the workshop, you can swap toys with others.

What to Bring:

• A bag of toys, games, or books in good condition (limited to one shopping bag).
• All children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult so both the parent/carer and child can get involved.

Simple rules to follow:

• Ask yourself: Is this item good enough for my friends or another child?
• Check that all battery-operated items (toys, games and books) are in working condition and replace their batteries when necessary (this is a safety issue)
• Battery-operated toys should have battery cases secured by screws or other means to prevent children from prying them open.
• We may refuse any items that are not in the desired condition, which you will need to take home with you.