Year 6 students at Bucasia State School are putting their creativity and business skills to work, transforming old toys into renewed treasures to help raise funds for their school.
Inspired by a UK charity, students Mitch, Jenson, Zac and Parker have designed a fundraiser that transforms unwanted stuffed toys into “adoptable” gifts. Each toy will come with an adoption certificate and a hint of scented oil, offering a unique and affordable gift option for all at the school’s Christmas fair.
The project acts as both a fundraiser and a key component of a business and economics assessment, challenging the students to create a budget-conscious business plan. With a starting budget of just $20, they devised their idea in a group whilst taking into account factors such as cost management and marketing.
Mitchell’s mum, Nicole, praised the project, saying, “It’s a really good initiative for them… and they’re working very hard on it.”
“The boys’ idea is to reuse unwanted stuffed toys, clean them, put a little bit of nice-smelling oil on them, and then make up little adoption certificates… and ultimately adopt them out for gold coin donations at their school Christmas fair as gifts.”
The project has already drawn a multitude of community support around her neighbourhood after she pitched the idea to her neighbours in a community Facebook page. Since her call for donations, many locals have contributed their pre-loved toys to be restored, including a senior who generously donated her entire collection of cherished stuffed bears, knowing they would bring joy to the next generation.
“The little community here really gets in and behind projects like this,” Nicole added.
As Mitch, Jenson, Zac and Parker continue their preparations, they’re still welcoming more stuffed toy donations to expand their selection. The students hope their efforts inspire future classes to find creative ways to support their school and give back to the community.
The Bucasia State School Fair is an event that brings together students and families, and this year, with creative initiatives like the boys' adoption booth, it promises to be even more special. The fair will offer students across all grades a chance to enjoy festive shopping, games, and activities, all while supporting school resources.
If you would like to donate a stuffed toy to this cause, please contact nicoleandray2@gmail.com
Through creativity, community support, and a touch of business savvy, Mitch, Jenson, Zac and Parker – who is absent from the photo - are turning unwanted stuffed toys into 'adoptable' gifts for their school Christmas fair. Photos supplied
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