A Sustainable Hug
In a world full of fast fashion and single-use items, we are proud to champion sustainable gifting. By choosing Pre-Hugged toys, families can enjoy the magic of a cuddly companion while keeping perfectly good toys out of landfill. Every purchase helps reduce waste and extends the life of something already made with love.
Pre-Hugged- Toys that dont cost the earth!
Charity Shop Donations
Charity shops are a major route for rehoming soft toys. Many charity shops accept clean, good-condition soft toys for resale.
However, not all donated toys make it to shelves: Many donated toys can still end up in landfill due to strict hygiene rules or unsellable condition.
Many big chains have tightened policies in recent years due to overflowing stockrooms and costs of processing.
Although no precise percentage exists, insights suggest around 50 to 80% of toys do not reach the shelves — either rejected upfront or sorted out and disposed of.
Giving Back
Beyond giving toys a second chance, Pre-Hugged is deeply committed to giving back. A percentage of our profits goes directly to children's charities, ensuring that your thoughtful purchase also helps support vulnerable children across the United Kingdom. Because here at Pre-Hugged we believe that joy should be shared far and wide.
Our current choosen charity is Leicester Childrens Holidays
LCH Charity was originally founded in 1898. Over recent years they have diversified to meet the needs of disadvantaged children across the East Midlands. They run 7 programmes that aim to bridge the gap between those that have and those that haven't. Holidays and short breaks are a key part of the charity and it was known for many years as the Mablethorpe charity. In 1955 my grandma found herself alone with 3 young children after my grandad passed away and this charity stepped in to support them. Thanks to their help they were able to enjoy holidays at the seaside - a memory my dad still speaks of fondly to this day.
"It warms my heart to know my purchase is making a difference. My little one adores their 'new' Pre-Hugged friend, and I love that we're contributing to a kinder planet."
A happy customer