Eagan, MN -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/18/2014 -- One could argue that the most important business happens after the close of Toy Fair each year. This is when toys are gathered by The Toy Bank, sorted and donated to thousands of children in need. Gibout Toys has been actively involved in children-related charities from the start, and takes great pride and honor in participating in such events.

The Toy Industry Foundation (TIF) announced that more than 35,000 playthings, valued at $380,000, were donated to The Toy Bank at the close of the 111th American International Toy Fair. Toys, games and youth entertainment products gathered on the last day of the show are currently being sorted for delivery to charities serving children in need.

With the help of Toy Bank partner Kids in Distressed Situations (K.I.D.S.), playthings donated by nearly 300 Toy Fair exhibitors will be distributed in the coming weeks to children's charities in New York City as well as to kids living on U.S. military bases served by TIF's national partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America Military Services.

The Toy Bank is always in need of product and financial donations in order to fulfill its year-round mission of bringing the magic of toys and play to children who are underserved, suffering, sick or otherwise in need. Manufacturers and retailers may donate online, visit www.ToyIndustryFoundation.org, or contact TIF's Marisa Medina to learn more.

About Gibout Toys Inc.
Gibout Toys started with a vision to create unique toys that fuel the imagination. A passion to provide high-quality, unique, toys that will grow with your child, rather than become yesterday's passing fad. We care a great deal about the environment, and are a strong advocate for protecting it. That's why we specialize in toys that are made of renewable wood, plant-based rubber, water-based paints or have a low production impact on the environment. We go to great lengths to provide toys without toxic paints, plastics, or other harmful chemicals. From the beginning, Gibout Toys has been fully committed to integrating social and sustainable responsibility into our business model. From the soy ink used on our recycled business cards, to the recycled boxes used for shipping; We are very conscious of our potential impact on the environment. Gibouttoys.com

About TIF/BGCA Play Comforts
Since its inception in 2009, the TIF / BGCA Play Comforts program has distributed more than $4.3 million worth of Toy Bank toys to children living on more than 100 bases in the U.S. and abroad. The Foundation has also granted nearly $400,000 in funds to BGCA in support of this program. Visit the Toy Industry Foundation website to learn more about the programs involved with The Toy Bank.

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Join us for the 2014 Inaugural Gibout Toys Golf Classic benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospitals.

Eagan, MN -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/09/2014 -- On June 16, 2014 Gibout Toys Inc. will hold the inaugural Gibout Toys Golf Classic at Stonebrooke Golf Club, located at 2693 County Road 79, Shakopee, MN 55379. Proceeds from the charity event will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospitals. The festivities will begin with registration at 11:00 AM and a shotgun start at 1:00 PM, followed by dinner and a silent auction. Golfers will take a swing at winning a 24-month lease on a 3 Series BMW from BMW of Minnetonka in the hole in one contest. Other contests for both men and women will be held throughout the tournament.

Tournament sponsors include BMW of Minnetonka, The Toro Company, Lili Salon Spa, MN Twins Baseball, Sieben Grose Von Holtum & Carey, Peter Wong Photography, Hape Toys, Smart Gear Toys, Stonebrooke Golf Club, Twelve Petals Wellness, Nerium Independent Brand Partner Cara Citrowske and Advanced Dermatology Care.

Special items will be auctioned off with all proceeds going to St. Jude. Sponsorship packages for this event are still available. Visit the tournament website at www.gtgolfclassic.com for more information.

About Gibout Toys Inc.
Gibout Toys started with a vision to create unique toys that fuel the imagination. A passion to provide high-quality, unique, toys that will grow with your child, rather than become yesterday's passing fad. We care a great deal about the environment, and are a strong advocate for protecting it. That's why we specialize in toys that are made of renewable wood, plant-based rubber, water-based paints or have a low production impact on the environment. We go to great lengths to provide toys without toxic paints, plastics, or other harmful chemicals. From the beginning, Gibout Toys has been fully committed to integrating social and sustainable responsibility into our business model. From the soy ink used on our recycled business cards, to the recycled boxes used for shipping; We are very conscious of our potential impact on the environment. Gibouttoys.com

About St. Jude Children's Research Hospitals
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital opened on February 4, 1962 and was founded by the late entertainer Danny Thomas. Its mission is to find cures for children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. During the past five years, 81 cents of every dollar received has supported the research and treatment at St. Jude. On average, 7,800 active patients visit the hospital each year, most of whom are treated on an outpatient basis. No family ever pays St. Jude for anything. Find out how you can help by visiting the St. Jude website.

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Gibout Toys wins first place for their BigBlox™ in the National Parenting Publications (NAPPA) Family Faves contest.

Eagan, MN -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/09/2013 -- Gibout Toys wins first place for their BigBlox™ in the 2013 National Parenting Publications Family Faves contest, in the category of Best Products for Children. The Family Faves contest ran during the month of August and was dependent on votes by customers, happy parents and Facebook fans. Voters were allowed to vote for their favorite children's product once in every 24-hour period.

For a complete list of all NAPPA Family Faves winners and more information about the contest, visit the NAPPA contest Facebook page.

About Gibout Toys
Gibout Toys was founded in 2011 with a vision to create unique toys that fuel the imagination. A passion to provide high-quality, unique toys that will grow with your child, rather than become yesterday's passing fad. We care a great deal about the environment, and are a strong advocate for protecting it. That's why we specialize in toys that are made of renewable wood, plant-based rubber, water-based paints and have a low production impact on the environment. We go to great lengths to find toys without toxic paints, plastics, or other harmful chemicals, regardless of where they are manufactured. See the largest collection of eco-friendly toys at Gibout Toys.

About NAPPA
For more than 20 years, the National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA), a division of Dominion Enterprises, has been the go-to resource for the best products for families. NAPPA's team of independent expert judges, along with family and child testers, select the most innovative and enduring products to be NAPPA Gold and Honors winners in two annual competitions—Children's Products and Parenting Resources. Far more than a seal of approval, a NAPPA award signifies that a product has been rigorously evaluated against stringent criteria and stands out among hundreds of other products from around the world. For more information, visit www.NAPPAawards.com.

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Mixing fashion and fun with BigBlox

Eagan, MN -- (ReleaseWire) -- 05/30/2013 -- Gibout Toys Inc., an eco-conscious online retailer who specializes in premium children's toys, launches their BigBlox™ Designer Collection at the PLUSH: Posh Little Urbanites Show in Los Angeles June 9, 2013.

Gibout Toys mixes form and function with their new Designer Collection of award-winning play blocks. At 11.5 inches each, these blocks stack up as one of the largest blocks on the market. Children love them because of the endless hours of play– moms love them because they save wear and tear on the couch cushions. Best of all, BigBlox™ double as room decor when not in play. No need to stuff these toys in the closet before guests arrive. Simply stack them in the corner and you're done.

In addition to the Designer line of blocks, Gibout Toys is also debuting their coordinating luxury baby blankets. Swaddling your little one has never been so fashionable.

About the PLUSH–Posh Little Urbanites Show
PLUSH is a baby and toddler trade show dedicated to all the posh and eco-conscious retailers and parents who are continually setting the next big trend. Unlike other juvenile shows in the industry, PLUSH sets itself apart by being one step ahead, and selecting vendors that are worth the time and consideration. PLUSH researches what today's modern parents are seeking and finds the best, most innovative, eco-friendly, and luxurious products on the market, and places them all in one location for retailers, consumers, and media. PLUSH adds the incredible dimension of entertainment and mainstream media coverage and A-list celebrity marketing opportunities to a juveniles industry show. PLUSH 2012 had The Honest Company's Jessica Alba as their title sponsor, and previous celebrity hosts from 2011-2012 included Catt Sadler, Jason Kennedy, and John Salley. The upcoming PLUSH 2013 show has also expanded with a 2-day B2B trade show on June 7th – 8th, followed by a consumer day on June 9th, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, located at 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067. For more information visit plushshow.com

About Gibout Toys Inc.
Gibout Toys started with a vision to create unique toys that fuel the imagination. A passion to provide high-quality, unique, toys that will grow with your child, rather than become yesterday's passing fad. We care a great deal about the environment, and are a strong advocate for protecting it. That's why we specialize in toys that are made of renewable wood, plant-based rubber, water-based paints or have a low production impact on the environment. We go to great lengths to provide toys without toxic paints, plastics, or other harmful chemicals. From the beginning, Gibout Toys has been fully committed to integrating social and sustainable responsibility into our business model. From the soy ink used on our recycled business cards, to the recycled boxes used for shipping; We are very conscious of our potential impact on the environment. Gibouttoys.com

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Eagan, MN -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/17/2013 -- Gibout Toys has always been an advocate of Social Responsibility by creating high quality toys that are unique, help fuel a child's imagination and learning while growing up with them rather than becoming just yesterday's passing trend. They are determined to provide kids toys that are safe for them to play with in addition to having a low production impact on the environment. Great care is taken to create toys that do not use toxic paints, plastics, or other harmful chemicals, regardless of where they are manufactured.

Gibout toys have shown great commitment to integrate social and sustainable responsibility into their business model and it is visible from the soy ink used on their recycled business cards,toys that are made of renewable wood, plant-based rubber, water-based paints, to the recycled boxes used for shipping the toys. They are determined to provide children across the country with safe, unique and fun toys; also a brighter tomorrow by preserving the environment for future generations.

Gibout Toys has also been actively involved in toy/children-related charities. They take great pride and honor in participating in events hosted by such children's charities that help numerous children from America's bravest families. They are proud supporters of The Toy Bank, the philanthropic arm of the North American Toy Industry Foundation (TIF). All such toy donations help more than 400 charities which include, the Boys and Girls Clubs of America Military Services and My Stuff Bags Foundation. Toys are distributed to charities in Canada and across the U.S. through Toy Bank partnerships that serve children living in poverty, with special needs, children facing illness, children new to foster care, schools and educational facilities and in other distressed situations. To date TIF has delivered nearly $80 million in toys to children in need across U.S and Canada. More information is available on: http://www.gibouttoys.com/pages/community

Gibout Toys has been a part of TIF's Play Comforts events in March, which has been record-breaking year for Toy Bank collecting more than 42,000 toys and games worth more than $400.000. The toys will be delivered to 21 children's charities, including The NY Foundling, The Legacy Center and Dream Center in New York, as well as TIF's national partners. Such enthusiastic participation of Gibout Toys in toy charity events and organizations shows the company's deep rooted concern for the wellbeing of all children and their impact on the environment. The following link has specific information about this year's donation: http://www.gibouttoys.com/blogs/gibout-blog/7566416-millions-of-toys-for-millions-of-kids-in-need

Media Contact:
Cheri Citrowske
media@gibouttoys.com
Eagan, MN
www.gibouttoys.com

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A visit to Toy Fair 2013 in New York forms new partnerships

Eagan, MN -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/11/2013 -- Gibout Toys sets the standard when providing the largest selection of eco-friendly toys, and is proud to bring a few new brands on board. Some new additions to the collection, are Green Toys Inc., who manufactures toys from recycled plastic milk jugs. This helps reduce fossil fuel use and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, while providing safe toys without harmful BPA or phthalates. Best of all they are manufactured right here in the U.S.A.

The next brand added to the eco-friendly roster is Rubbabu™, who manufactures soft, squishy, flocked toys from 100% pure rubber. Not only are these toys earth-friendly, they are child-friendly as well. Their bright colors and simple shapes make them a favorite with children of all ages. Natural rubber besides being durable and flexible, is also anti-microbial, dust mite resistant, mildew resistant, hypo-allergenic and flame retardant.

The last brand comes to us from Italy. The Rody Horse by Gymnic, is made from super strong, latex-free and phthalate-free vinyl. Children learn balance and coordination while bouncing around on their Rody. All Gymnic products are made without toxic emissions. At the end of Rody's life, he can be recycled where he will be made into something new.

You can see all of these award-winning and eco-friendly toys and more at www.gibouttoys.com.

About Gibout Toys Inc.
Founded in 2011, Gibout Toys is a champion of the child's imagination and offers toys with quality craftsmanship and pleasing design. We strive to provide premium toys that are unique, safe for children, and manufactured without harming the environment.

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