Spirit of Play Foundation for exhibitors

The Spirit of Play Foundation, initiated by Spielwarenmesse eG, brings together the charitable initiatives of our national and international events to focus on play as an elementary basic need. We are convinced that play is far more than just entertainment - it is an essential part of children's development. With the Foundation, we want to reinforce this message and give children around the world access to valuable toys through targeted fundraising campaigns.

At our leading global event, the Spielwarenmesse in Nuremberg, we offer exhibitors every year the opportunity to participate in the Spirit of Play Foundation. The toys donated by the companies will be given to carefully selected projects in daycare centres, schools and social institutions. In addition to local projects, we will continue to expand our activities at international level, for example in Brazil, together with our representatives.

How can you get involved?

You can drop off your donations at the following locations in the loading yards on Saturday, 31 January 2026, from 5 to 8 pm:

• Loading yard 4/5
• Loading yard 1/3C
• Loading yard 9/10

Alternatively, our volunteers will be happy to collect the products directly from your stand. Please call 0049 911 8606 3105 to register.

Please remember to only donate products that are approved in the EU, as the recipients of the donations are based in the EU/Germany. 

On behalf of the children, we would like to express our sincere thanks for your support!

Your Contacts

If you have any questions regarding the Foundation, our contacts will be happy to assist you.

Contact person for exhibitors

Contact person for press enquiries and donation recipients