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9/29/2025

Join the 2025 Young Inventor Challenge® as a Judge

The Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) is looking for toy and game industry professionals to sign up as judges for its 2025 program.

9/29/2025

Top 5 Reasons to Exhibit at Toy Fair® 2026

Exhibiting at the upcoming Toy Fair®, taking place February 14 to 17, 2026 at the Javits Center in New York City, is a powerful opportunity for toy and entertainment companies to elevate their brands, connect with key players in the industry, and unlock new business potential.

9/29/2025

Donate to The Toy Foundation™ to Give the Gift of Play to Children in Need this Holiday Season

As the holiday season approaches, TTF is calling on toy companies to donate product to the Toy Chest and create a magical season for as many children as possible.

9/26/2025

The Toy Association™ Honored with 2025 ASI 'Great Thing Award' for Digital Transformation

Advanced Solutions International (ASI), a global provider of software and services for associations and non-profits, recognized The Toy Association™ with a 2025 Great Thing Award for the Association’s dedication to advancing innovation and delivering value to members.

9/26/2025

Webinar Reminder: How to Get Involved in America's Biggest Birthday Bash (Oct. 1)

Toy industry professionals are reminded to sign up for “America250: Play, Patriotism, and Possibility — How Toymakers Can Celebrate the Semiquincentennial,” an upcoming Toy Association webinar taking place Wednesday, October 1 at 2 p.m. (Eastern).

9/24/2025

Canadian Toy Association Names 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees

The Canadian Toy Association (CTA) will induct Steve Totzke, president and chief commercial officer of Mattel Inc., and Chris Beardall, former president of toys & chief commercial officer of Spin Master, into the CTA Hall of Fame on November 19, 2025.

9/24/2025

People of Play™ Unveils 2025 TAGIE Award Finalists Honoring Industry Innovators

People of Play™, a division of The Toy Association™, has announced the finalists for the 18th annual Toy & Game International Excellence (TAGIE) Awards, which recognize the inventors, designers, suppliers, retailers, marketers, and PR teams whose imaginations and ingenuity fuel the toy and game industry.

9/24/2025

People of Play™ Shares Preview of Chicago Toy & Game Fair 2025 Activities

The Chicago Toy & Game Fair (CHITAG) 2025, produced by People of Play™ (POP), a division of The Toy Association™, is just around the corner — taking place November 8 to 9 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center — and consumers can look forward to a wide range of exciting sponsor activations and family-friendly experiences.

9/23/2025

How The Toy Foundation???s Play Fund is Providing Play-Focused Upgrades at Children's Hospitals

This year, The Toy Foundation™ Play Fund distributed $405,000 to 23 children’s hospitals to support a variety of play-focused projects that will benefit more than 245,000 children in need.

9/22/2025

The Toy Association™ Announces Strategic New Hires

The Toy Association™ Inc., the business trade association representing a wide array of manufacturers, retailers, licensors, and others involved in the youth entertainment industry, announced today that Jeff Snyderman will be joining as Chief Financial Officer and Maria Sierra will join as Vice President, Government Affairs.

9/22/2025

Registration is Open for POP Week 2025

Registration is now open for POP Week 2025 — a four-day series of events dedicated to the inventors, fans, and leaders shaping the toy and game industry. Presented by People of Play™ (POP), a division of The Toy Association™, the events will run from November 5 to 9 in Rosemont, IL, featuring professional opportunities designed to bring the global play community together in the spirit of innovation and play.