Get Involved at Blythedale Children's Hospital: Donation Guidelines

Donation Guidelines

For monetary donations, please visit our Make a Gift section. All non-monetary donations (e.g. books, toys) should be processed through the Therapeutic Recreation Department. Please call (914) 592-7138, x474 or x475 for further information.

  • Donations are accepted by appointment only
  • Appointments are available:
    • Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
    • Saturday and Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
  • New, unwrapped items only
  • No stuffed animals or toys containing latex
  • No violent toys (guns, knives, etc)
  • Video games- “E” rated only
  • Movies- “G”, “PG” or “PG13” rated only
  • Music- no parental advisories

Encouraged Donations:

  • Toys and items for children under 3 years old
  • Items for teenagers

Please refer any questions to Therapeutic Recreation at the above extensions.