By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel is launching a Blind Barbie Fashionista doll and Black Barbie Fashionista doll with Down Syndrome in partnership with non-profit advocacy organizations. Mattel's Barbie design team worked alongside the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) and the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to ensure a respectful and accurate representation … [Read more...] about Mattel Partners with Non-Profits for Diverse Barbie Fashionista Dolls
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WiT Foundation Launches Updated 2024 Scholarship Program
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterWomen in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment has launched a 2024 WiT Foundation Scholarship to support undergraduate students who are pursuing degrees in industry-related fields.Designed to reach a wide range of women, the scholarship program is available to students have an interest in pursuing a career in the consumer products, toys, licensing … [Read more...] about WiT Foundation Launches Updated 2024 Scholarship Program
Who’s News: The WiT Foundation Welcomes Five New Board Members
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterWomen in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) has appointed five new members to its board of directors. The WiT Foundation provides women with resources and opportunities related to the consumer products, licensing and entertainment industries. The WiT nonprofit organization provides this support through events, education, and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: The WiT Foundation Welcomes Five New Board Members
Crayola Experience Partners with Children’s Foundation for Holiday Event
By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter Crayola Experience has partnered with the First Responders Children’s Foundation on a licensed charity prize event for the holidays.The charity prize event allows customers to sign up for a free spin of the Holiday Prize Wheel which gives a chance to win mystery prizes ranging in value from $1 to $28 each. Each participating Crayola Experience … [Read more...] about Crayola Experience Partners with Children’s Foundation for Holiday Event
Licensing International Names Delivering Good as its Charity of Choice
By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter Licensing International has named the non-profit organization Delivering Good as its charity of choice for product donations. Delivering Good is a non-profit that provides new merchandise donated by manufacturers and retailers to families facing economic, medical, social, and environmental challenges. Since 1985, Delivering Good has … [Read more...] about Licensing International Names Delivering Good as its Charity of Choice