Toy library gets social enterprise funding

A Monaghan based Toy Library is one of 16 social enterprises nationwide to benefit from a share of €400,00 in funding.

Carrickmacross Toy Library tackles the issue of toy waste and sustainability by operating similarly to a regular library; providing members with access to high quality, durable toys that are sustainably sourced. A significant proportion of toys, by their very nature, cannot easily be recycled, and many end up in landfill. The Toy library provides access to safe, high quality, age-appropriate toys for families and caregivers of children aged 0-6 via a lending service, unlike any other facility currently open in Ireland.

The funding was awarded by Rethink Ireland under the Genesis Programme.

“We would like to congratulate The Carrickmacross Toy Library on their success in receiving a Social Enterprise Development Fund Award from Rethink Ireland,” said Chief Executive of Monaghan County Council, Eamon O’Sullivan. “Coming out of an extremely challenging period for Irish society – and Irish businesses – we’re delighted with this good news story for Monaghan. Social enterprises have an important role to play in guiding Ireland to be come a more inclusive and equal society.

“Organisations like The Carrickmacross Toy Library, are leading the charge by not only creating jobs but working towards bringing about positive social change.”