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
We love wood (it's in our roots)!
We use it whenever we can
because it's both natural
and renewable.
As the #1 preschool brand
for wooden toys*, we believe in
supporting responsible forest management.
*Source: Leger 360 Claims Research,
March 2025
In partnership with Veritree,
we're helping restore ecosystems vital
to the health of our planet.
Guided by science and
grounded in transparency,
Veritree will help us reach
our goal to plant 10 million trees.
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.
Since 2021, we've eliminated
over 3.5 million pounds of packaging material.
We offset all emissions from
our own operations
(Scope 1 and 2)
through the purchase of carbon offsets.
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)
We make well-crafted
and timeless toys to be
passed down from
generation to generation or
shared family to family.
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
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!
Our sustainability commitment
includes making open-ended
play possible for ALL children,
because a sustainable world
is an inclusive one.
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.
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