Belfast City Council Launches Pre-Loved Toy Appeal

Belfast City Council is once again calling on residents to donate pre-loved toys to support local families in need this Christmas. The successful appeal, which was launched last year, aims to extend the life of toys and reduce waste while providing vital support to those struggling with the cost-of-living crisis.

Residents are encouraged to donate gently-used toys to any of the city's four recycling centres: Alexandra Park Avenue, Blackstaff Way, Ormeau, or Palmerston Road. The collected toys will be distributed to families in need through East Belfast Mission and other charity partners.

By donating pre-loved toys, residents can make a significant impact on the lives of local families and help to spread joy during the festive season. Councillor Ruth Brooks, Chair of People and Communities Committee, said: "The pre-loved toy appeal is a fantastic initiative that brings people together to support families across our city. It's inspiring to see so many residents participating in such a meaningful way. This appeal not only provides much-needed support to families during the holidays but also showcases the power of reusing items to benefit our community and environment. I encourage everyone to donate and make a difference for children in Belfast this Christmas."

A range of items can be donated, including bikes, scooters, dolls, prams, jigsaws, board games, books, boxed games, consoles, and DVDs. All donations should be clean, complete, in good working order, and suitable for children of all ages.

To ensure distribution before Christmas, donations should be made by Sunday 15 December.

East Belfast Mission is also seeking volunteers to help sort toys for distribution. Anyone interested can sign up on the East Belfast Mission website.

Full details can be found on our Pre-loved Toy Appeal page.