Contact us: marisa@nhtoy.org
About Us
Started in academic year '18-'19 by a UNH Child Development student, the NH Toy Library Network grew to include four more UNH students & several NHTI students in just the first few months. As an interdisciplinary, multi-institution, youth-serving network, we hope to provide fun learning opportunities for children, families, and college students across the Granite State.
Also, with adapted toys being more expensive, plastic (including discarded toys) filling the oceans, and many games being cost-and-space-prohibitive, this lending library aims to enhance community, foster equity, and protect our natural resources.
We hope you enjoy it!
Who We Are: People
NH Toy Board of Directors
Marisa Rafal, Founder & President
Megan Estes, Charter Member, Board Member, and Board VP
Dr. Judy Sharkey, Board Member
Kat Gatcomb, Board Member
Wei Marley, Board Member
Kelly Preisendorfer, Board Member & Board Treasurer
Carolyn Gamtso, Board Member & Board Secretary
NHTI-NH Toy Team
Prof. Shaunna Babcock
Student Early Childhood Association (SECA)
Who We Are: Mission To...
Support children's equitable access to toys & games:
Regardless of economics or ability, we believe children should have the chance to play together with enriching material.
Decrease waste & conserve natural resources:
borrowed toys experience more (re)use, and are more likely to be enjoyed for longer periods of time.
Reduce siloing between college & community:
With students operating the libraries, we aim to cultivate a sense of service and community connection, also allowing for students to develop a professional network and skill set.