You can donate stuffed animals to various organizations that distribute them to children in need or use them for comforting kids in difficult situations. Here are some good options:

• Stuffed Animals For Emergencies (SAFE) : A volunteer-run nonprofit that accepts new and gently used stuffed animals, cleans them, and donates them to children in traumatic or emotional situations. Donations are never sold and go directly to kids in need

• Local Charities like Salvation Army and Goodwill : Many local branches accept toy donations including stuffed animals, but it's best to call ahead to confirm

• Hospitals and Children's Medical Facilities : Some hospitals accept gently used toys for their young patients, though many require new items for health reasons, so check with the facility first

• Police and Fire Departments : They often use stuffed animals to comfort scared or injured children and may accept donations

• Women's Shelters and Children's Hospitals : These places often welcome stuffed animal donations to help children in their care

• Project Night Night : A charity that provides care packages with stuffed animals, books, and blankets to homeless children

• Animal Beacons of Light (Mountain View, CA) : Accepts new and lightly used stuffed animals to distribute to orphanages, hospitals, and homes worldwide

• Teddy Bear Brigade : Delivers stuffed animals to children affected by natural disasters

Before donating, it's recommended to clean gently used stuffed animals by washing or spot cleaning to ensure hygiene

. You can also organize a stuffed animal drive to collect donations for these organizations

. In summary, you can donate stuffed animals locally to charities, hospitals, shelters, and emergency responders, or nationally through nonprofits like SAFE and Project Night Night that specialize in placing stuffed animals with children in need