OUR SUSTAINABILITY PROMISE
We're committed to making timeless, sustainable toys for a thriving and inclusive world.
Whether it’s creating high-quality toys that are made to last, planting trees to help restore the resources we use, or ensuring our products inspire open-ended play for all kinds of kids, we’re on a journey to make the world a better place.
Our Sustainability Promise
Supporting Thriving Forests
Making Timeless Toys
Creating an Inclusive World
In partnership with One Tree Planted, a nonprofit organization focused on reforestation, we will plant 10 million trees by 2030. Key impact areas include India, Indonesia, New Zealand, and the Philippines.
We're committed to using more materials from responsibly managed forests, with 100% of 2023 innovation and paper products made with FSC® certified materials.
(FSC® C156584)
We joined the Sustainable Packaging Coalition® and are rolling out How2Recycle® labels on our packaging. From 2021 to 2022, we eliminated over 2 million pounds of packaging material.
We’re carbon neutral in our own operations, with our purchases of carbon offsets going toward forest management projects.
The Forest Stewardship Council® honored us with a 2022 FSC® Leadership Award, for “uncommon excellence” in the use of FSC-certified products and commitment to responsible forestry. (FSC® C156584)
Our timeless toys are well-crafted making hand-me-downs (or hand-me-ups, as we like to call them) an eco-friendly and FUN option!
It's the attention to detail that makes Melissa & Doug toys so special — and shareable.
We’re proud to support the National Park Foundation with a $1 million commitment over 3 years and a parks-inspired toy collection.
The signature on our toys means you can trust they comply with US, EU, and other international safety regulations.
Over 85% of our toys have a 4-star or higher rating with over 90% of these boasting 5 stars on our site! These are toys you'll want to share!
Open-ended play is essential for children's healthy growth and development.
Our toys are known for being accessible and helping kids of all abilities develop essential life skills.
Our blog helps kids play to their strengths and differences, whether it's toy tips for kids with autism or toy picks for children with sensory issues.
Going Green at our workplace
We support a culture of sustainability in our workplace and are always on the lookout for how we can better our practices.
Energy Efficient Office
Moved to a more energy efficient office to lower our impact.
Paperless Processes
Introduced paperless processes wherever we can to reduce waste.
Eco-Volunteer Days
Regularly host eco-volunteer days to plant trees, pick up trash, and make the planet happy.
Product Inclusivity
Created a diverse committee to help ensure products are inclusive.