Second hand toys

sillysocks

Does anyone know of anywhere in waterford that would take used but in good to excellent condition toys and give them to people who might get use from them? Have a good few things to get rid of because they're just not needed anymore. I know I can give to a charity shop but from looking in some of them they sell the things for a euro or two and probably don't make much from them - I imagine if there were any families in need etc they'd get a lot more value from them.

Wanderer78

Would svp take them?

gscully

Barnardos take them.

I work with a guy who volunteers with them locally. They have a house / office in Clonard Park in Ballybeg and it has a toy area. They also have a toy appeal around this time of year for Christmas, but the caveat is that the toys must be in good condition so that the child won't wonder why Santa brought them a broken toy.

You can call them at 051-844140 if you need further information.

sillysocks

Thanks! Just rang Barnardos and they do take them - delighted to see things go to someone who might need them. Thanks for your help!

wmpdd3

That's great, we tried to give toys away before but couldn't find anyone to take them.

sillysocks

Yep, only thing they dont take is teddies for hygiene reasons but didn't have any of those to give anyway. They took some baby clothes from me as well, very nice ladies, was delighted to see things to a decent home hopefully.

deisemum

Maybe the women's refuge as some children may have fled their home without their toys.