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Join The Toy Foundation’s Relief Efforts to Help Texas Communities Devastated by Flooding
July 8, 2025
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In response to the devastating floods in Texas, The Toy Foundation™ (TTF) is activating an emergency, industry-wide call for product donations and financial contributions to bring comfort and play to the children and families impacted.
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Small Business Roundtable on CPSC Regulations to be Held July 16
July 8, 2025
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The U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy will hold a virtual Small Business Roundtable seeking feedback on Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regulations that should be repealed or reformed. The roundtable will take place Wednesday, July 16 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. (Eastern).
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The Toy Association™ Releases 2024 Impact Report
July 8, 2025
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The Toy Association™ has released its 2024 Impact Report, outlining a year of transformation, leadership, and progress on behalf of the global toy and play community.
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Nominations Open for 2026 Toy Industry Hall of Fame
July 7, 2025
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The toy community is invited to submit nominees for induction into the 2026 Toy Industry Hall of Fame.
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WiT Reveals 2025 Wonder Women Awards Finalists
July 7, 2025
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Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) today announced the finalists for its 2025 Wonder Women Awards.
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Latest Trend Hunter Report Explores the Rise of AI-Driven Family Tech & Retail Innovation
July 3, 2025
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Toy Association members can now access a complimentary new Trend Hunter report that explores how advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and smart solutions are being integrated across everyday experiences — from parenting and caregiving to smart shopping and immersive brand engagement.
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Q&A with CHITAG Founder Mary Couzin
July 3, 2025
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Toy News Tuesday editors caught up with Mary Couzin, senior vice president and founder/leader of People of Play™ at The Toy Association™, about what makes CHITAG a must-attend event and why these authentic, hands-on experiences matter so much.
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Secure Your Booth Space for Toy Fair® ’26
June 30, 2025
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As the countdown to Toy Fair® begins, The Toy Association™ has announced that general exhibitor applications are now open for the iconic event, taking place February 14 to 17, 2026 at the Javits Center in New York City. Potential exhibitors can apply for booth space or private meeting suite space.
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Save the Date: Summer Credit Meeting on July 30
June 27, 2025
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The Toy Association™ will hold a Summer Credit meeting on Wednesday, July 30, open exclusively to qualified finance, credit, and operations professionals of manufacturer member companies.
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Toy Association Leads Efforts to Amend Outdated Stuffed Toy Law in Ohio
June 27, 2025
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The Toy Association™ is spearheading efforts to amend Ohio’s outdated stuffed toy law (Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3713), which currently prohibits the use of recycled materials in any stuffed toys manufactured or sold within the state.
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Discover What Drives Gen Z Toy Buyers at July 24 Webinar
June 26, 2025
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Whether buying toys, watching classic childhood shows, or attending experiences based on new kids’ media, Generation Z is growing up by staying young. An upcoming Toy Association webinar on Thursday, July 24 will provide insights into the ways this generation is using newfound adult freedom and budgets to take care of their inner child, and how brands can connect with these toy buyers.
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Member Exclusive: Circana’s 2025 Global Toy Report
June 25, 2025
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Circana’s 2025 Global Toy Report — 2024 Year-End Data is now available exclusively to Toy Association members.
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Maximize Your Brand Visibility This Fall: Join Our July 1 Informational Session
June 24, 2025
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An upcoming Toy Association informational session will cover new developments and participation opportunities for two of the toy industry’s most influential fall events: LA Fall Preview® Market Weeks, taking place September 8 to 19 in El Segundo, CA, and People of Play’s Chicago Toy & Game Fair (CHITAG), taking place November 8 to 9 in Rosemont, IL.
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Toy Association Represents Toy Industry at International Consumer Product Health and Safety Workshop
June 24, 2025
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The Toy Association participated the International Consumer Product Health and Safety Organization (ICPHSO) North American Product Safety Training Workshop held at the Target headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota on June 17.
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The Toy Foundation’s Golf & Give FUNdraiser Tees off LA Fall Preview® on Sept. 9
June 23, 2025
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The Toy Foundation™ invites toy professionals to swing into LA fall previews with a night of networking, friendly competition, and giving back at its Golf & Give FUNdraiser, taking place Tuesday, September 9 at 6 p.m. at Topgolf El Segundo.
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