The Victorian Government has announced the recipients of the 2024-25 Toy Library Grants Program. Forty-three not-for-profit toy libraries across Victoria will each receive up to $10,000 to update their toys and equipment.
Two new toy libraries will also be established, each supported by $40,000 in funding:
- Northern Schools Early Years Cluster Inc will create a toy library at Roxburgh Park Primary School Kindergarten
- a toy library at the Seymour Presbyterian Church in the Mitchell Shire.
Toy libraries are welcoming spaces where children and families can borrow educational toys at little to no cost. Through play, children can explore, imagine and problem-solve. This helps build important skills for learning and life.
Many toy libraries also have specialist play equipment for children with disability. This includes weighted animals, fidgets, headphones and visual calming tools. This helps to ensure all children can experience the joy and benefits of play.
The Toy Library Grants Program aims to grow and improve toy libraries across the state. It supports families with cost-of-living pressures and helps parents and carers create strong home learning environments. The grant supports organisations to buy more educational toys, equipment and resources.
Applications for the 2025-26 grants will open in the coming months.
Find out more
For more information, refer to Toy Library Grants Program.
For further enquiries, contact: toy.libraries@education.vic.gov.au
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