Fewer things, more meaning
Give it a second life.
Part of why Giftling exists is to cut down on toys nobody needs. The other half of that promise is what happens to the ones your children have already outgrown — here's where they can go.
Part of why Giftling exists is to cut down on toys nobody needs. The other half of that promise is what happens to the ones your children have already outgrown — here's where they can go.
A starting point, not a complete list. Give them a ring before you drive over — what each one can take changes through the year.
Delivers personalised boxes of gifts and essentials to children across South Africa and Namibia each year.
Fulfils the dreams of children fighting life-threatening illnesses — toys, experiences and support.
Works to change the way society treats its children and youth across the country.
Runs shelters and family services nationwide, and accepts good-condition toys and clothing.
Provides family-based care for children who cannot live with their own families.
Creates and gives away beautiful African children's books so every child can own books.
Cape Town-based, running feeding schemes, early learning and community upliftment.
Runs centres in Gauteng and the Western Cape supporting children from cradle to career.
Hospice shops resell donated toys and books to fund end-of-life care — often the easiest drop-off near you.
Agree with two or three other families to rotate boxes of toys every school holiday. Everything feels new again and nothing is bought.
Pre-schools, church groups and community crèches are almost always short of books and toys, and they're usually a short drive away.
A missing wheel or a flat battery sends a lot of good toys to landfill. Fixing one is often a nice afternoon project with the child.
Hard plastics and electronics shouldn't go in the household bin. Most municipalities have a drop-off site that takes both.
A curated Giftling means family & friends give things your child will actually use — or contribute to their future instead.