OUR
SUSTAINABILITY
PROMISE
We’re committed to making timeless, sustainable toys for a thriving and inclusive world.
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
THRIVING FORESTS
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
Planting 10 Million Trees
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.
FSC® Certified Paper & Wood
We’re to using more materials from responsibly managed forests, with 100% of 2023 innovation and paper products made with FSC® certified materials.
(FSC® C156584)
Sustainable Packaging
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.
Carbon Offsets
We offset all emissions from our own operations (Scope 1 and 2) through the purchase of carbon offsets.
Leading the Way
The Forest Stewardship Council® honored us with a , for “uncommon excellence” in the use of FSC-certified products and commitment to responsible forestry. (FSC® C156584)
TIMELESS TOYS
We make well-crafted and timeless toys to be passed down from generation to generation or shared family to family.
Made to Re-Love
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!
Toys Crafted with Care
It’s the attention to detail that makes Melissa & Doug toys so special -and shareable.
Supporting Parks
We’re proud to support the National Park Foundation with a $1 million commitment over 3 years and a parks-inspired toy collection.
Safety Is Our Signature
The signature on our toys means you can trust they comply with US, EU, and other international safety regulations.
INCLUSIVE WORLD
Our sustainability commitment includes making open-ended play possible for ALL children, because a sustainable world is an inclusive one.
Power of Play
Open-ended play is essential for children’s healthy growth and development.
Skill-Building Toys
Our toys are known for being accessible and helping kids of all abilities develop essential life skills.
Playful, Inclusive Content
Our helps kids play to their strengths and differences, whether it’s toy tips for kids with autism or toy picks for children with sensory issues.
Going Green at our workplace
We support a culture of sustainability in our workplace and are always on the lookout for how we can better our practices.

