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How to Earn Cash for the Holidays While De-Cluttering

Once Upon a Child Danbury Now Buying Gently Used Toys, Shoes, Books and More

By Meghan Friedland, Publisher/Editor, Macaroni KID Greater Danbury, CT December 9, 2022

The holiday shopping season has already begun. Don't wait until the presents are unwrapped before having a plan for where everything is going to go! Now is the perfect time to clear out the old, gently used toys, books, clothes and shoes in your home to make room for newly gifted items. It's also the perfect time because Once Upon a Child in Danbury will give you cash on the spot that you can then use to purchase newer holiday toys/gifts for this season or next. Pretty sweet!

STEP 1: Go through your house and collect any and all toys and gear, especially those from the below Most-Wanted List!   




STEP 2: Make an appointment to drop off your stuff

In order to stay safe and continue to have the ability to buy from the public, Once Upon a Child is taking same-day appointments through an online system called CALENDLY

STEP 3: Prepare your items according to the Selling Guidelines

Please bring your items that have been FRESHLY laundered within 24-36 hours in a PLASTIC BIN or basket with lids to ensure easy cleaning and ensure staff and customer safety.

1- NO BAGS or boxes will be accepted going forward, no exceptions!
2- No extra large bins allowed due to lifting limitations
3- Clothing per customer is limited to THREE bins or baskets.
4- Unlimited TOYS
5- Unlimited Baby Gear

STEP 4: Drop off items at your selected appointment time & await text instructions to complete your transaction, SAME day.
After you drop off your items you will receive a text once your buy is complete. Head inside the store to the registers to complete your quote for either payment in cash or trade. Once Upon a Child asks that you return to the store the SAME day, by 5PM to complete your transaction. Call the store directly if you need assistance 203-791-2393.

STEP 5: Repeat as often as needed and enjoy the cash you've earned!

Once Upon a Child Danbury buys and sells all year long! Recycling gently used toys, clothing and gear is a great way to earn cash while helping to keep your home clutter-free! And buying gently-used items at Once Upon a Child will help you save money on things your children will eventually outgrow! 

Be sure to stay up-to-date on the most wanted items as well as daily deals and inventory updates by following Once Upon a Child on Facebook and Instagram.