# Charitable Doll Collections The cuddle + kind Collection Provides 10 Meals for Every Toy Sold By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-09-14 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doll-collection References: [cuddleandkind](http://www.cuddleandkind.com/) The cuddle + kind charitable doll collection is not only adorable but is also socially conscious. "With social good at the root of the brand, each doll purchased provides 10 meals to hungry children." In addition to their [adorable design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudheads) -- these [knitted dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lulu-the-lamb) measure 20" in size and are inspired by both human and animal characters -- cuddle + kind's products are also safe for kids of all ages, even infants. Their [stuffed animal design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hugz) is lightweight and is easy to maintain thanks to a use of machine-washable materials. This toy collection is a favorite among parents who seek to make a convenient and socially conscious purchase. Launching on Indiegogo on Wednesday, September 16th, cuddle + kind promotes play while making a difference for those less fortunate. The company works in partnership with World Food Program USA and Children’s Hunger Fund to provide meals for kids who need them most. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Babies](https://www.trendhunter.com/babies) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Socially Conscious Toy Collections:** Opportunity for businesses to create toy collections that give back to a specific cause or charity with each purchase. - **Safe and Lightweight Stuffed Animals:** Opportunity for businesses to create stuffed animal toys that are safe for all ages, including infants, and are easy to maintain. - **Convenient and Socially Conscious Purchasing:** Opportunity for businesses to create products that allow consumers to conveniently make socially conscious purchases. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity for toy manufacturers to incorporate social responsibility into their products. - **Children's Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to offer safe and socially conscious toys for children. - **Charitable Organizations:** Opportunity for charitable organizations to partner with toy manufacturers and retailers to create products that give back to those in need. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Charitable Anniversary Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterbabies.md) - [Emotional Well-Being Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartfuls.md) - [Social Good Plush Highland Cows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barnyard-legend-plushies.md) - [Adorable Organic Stuffed Animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-stuffed-animals.md) - [Two-Sided Paper Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megadolls.md) - [Sensorial Anime Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bedhedz.md) - [Collectable Sculptural Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inedible-doll.md) - [Playful Puppet Baby Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-preferred.md) - [Imaginative Soft Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blabla.md)