Because animals and children are such a huge priority to the Jungle Store, it’s important to us that our product vendors feel the same way. That’s why we take pride in the fact that many of the products we sell come from companies that are affiliated with organizations and charities that work toward the conservation of animals and that help improve the lives of children. We invite you to learn more about the following companies and the difference that they make through their charitable work, and maybe you’ll be inspired to do the same.
- Aurora World has donated toys to several children’s hospitals in the United States, as well as around the world, including the National Children’s Leukemia Foundation in Korea.
- Big Lots sponsors many money giveaways that help out communities across the country, including most recently, their “Lots! 2 Give” giveaway, which gave a combined $80,000 to 26 different schools.
- In the fall of 2007, Ganz initiated the “All About the Kids” campaign, which donates Webkinz pets and laptops to children in hospitals. As of May 2008, Ganz donated over 17,000 pets and 100 laptops to over 39 hospitals in the United States and 17 in Canada.
- Gund gives a portion of the sales made from their Sweet Bear collection to the March of Dimes nonprofit organization to help support its research efforts.
- Planet Zoo donates a portion of their profits to various conservation efforts, including The Marine Mammal Center and Pandas International, to name a few.
- Russ Berrie, along with Safari Ltd., contributes toys to the Toy Bank (part of the Toy Industry Association), which then distributes them to charities worldwide throughout the year.
- S&S Worldwide is actively affiliated with community organizations that develop programs and products geared toward strengthening self-esteem of young people across the country.
- The founder and President of Wild Republic, Gopala B. Pillai, is closely involved in three major philanthropic ventures in India, including an orphanage for young girls that Mr. Pilai built and supported; a rescue and rehabilitation center for animals; and a Trust Fund to feed and support starving monkeys.
