Donate Materials.

Make Magic.

If you have any of the items listed below and would like to donate them to a creative cause,

you’ve found the right place!

Your donated materials become giant puppets, imaginative costumes, parade elements, and hands-on learning experiences for artists of all ages and abilities. What might be extra in your garage or studio becomes something wondrous in our workshops.

We gladly accept clean, usable items in good condition.

Together, we turn everyday materials into extraordinary stories.

Contact details below to coordinate drop-off.

Puppet Building Materials

Basic Structure & Frame

PVC pipes or bamboo poles (main skeleton/frame)
Cardboard (lightweight base for shapes)
Pool noodles (soft structure for limbs)
Armature wire or floral wire (shaping and flexibility)
Duct tape & masking tape
Zip ties / cable ties
Hot glue guns & glue sticks
Wooden dowels or broomsticks (control rods)
Backpack harnesses or support vests
Bike helmets or chest straps (for wearable builds)

Skin & Surface Materials

Newspaper & paper mâché supplies (flour/water paste or Mod Podge)
Lightweight fabric (muslin, cotton, felt, upcycled clothing)
Foam sheets / EVA foam
Acrylic or tempera paint
Spray paint (for base coats)
Yarn, raffia, ribbons
Craft foam or felt
Gesso or primer

Movement & Details

Elastic or bungee cords
Velcro or snaps
Fishing line / monofilament
Eye hooks or hinges
Small pulleys

Tools (Gently Used Welcome)

Scissors
Utility knife / box cutter
Pliers
Staple gun
Ruler / measuring tape
Needle & thread or sewing machine
Cutting mat
Paint brushes & sponges

Optional Decorative Extras

LED lights or battery string lights
Eco-friendly glitter
Feathers, beads, buttons
Bells or small sound elements
Flags, banners, flowing fabric

If you’re unsure whether something is useful, just ask!

We love creative reuse and often find magical possibilities in unexpected materials.

Thank you for helping us build giant joy.