The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) introduced its new donation program, Toys for Joy, which offers an easy way for toy manufacturers to provide toys to children in need. The program is now accepting product donations.

In partnership with Good360, a global product philanthropy that sources and distributes donated goods, participating ASTRA manufacturers can provide products that will be disseminated to vetted charitable organizations serving disadvantaged children. Many of these organizations previously received toys from the now-defunct Toys “R” Us donation program that also partnered with Good360.

Manufacturers interested in donating products must complete a donation form by Aug. 15. Products must be shipped and received by Aug. 31 to ensure distribution for the holiday season. A minimum of one pallet is requested. More information is available at good360.org.

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Stephanie Grassullo

Stephanie Grassullo

Stephanie Grassullo is an associate editor at Adventure Publishing Group. In addition to handling toy and licensing news and updates for The Toy Book and The Licensing Book, Stephanie also writes toy reviews and commentaries for the Toy Insider. When she’s not binge-watching old episodes of Gossip Girl, Stephanie is always game for Boggle tournaments—she’s the titleholder Boggle champion in her family, and proud of it! Stephanie firmly believes that there is no awkward moment that can’t be remedied with the help of Bop It. To get to know her better, follow her on Twitter @steph_grass.

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