Does Step 2 donate to fundraisers?
Last updated October 30, 2026
Compiled from Step 2's published guidelines, other public sources, and user reports. How we research these pages
Yes, in product. The Step2 Company donates its kids and home products to nonprofit programs that fit its charitable giving guidelines. Apply with the online request form on Step2's Donations page; approved donations are picked up at a Step2 location in Ohio.
Donation program at a glance
- Area restrictions
- National
Who can apply
- Requires 501(c)(3) nonprofit status
Donation programs change — always confirm on Step 2's own page before you apply.
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Donation programs change — always confirm on the company's own page.
Step2 supports programs from nonprofit entities that are closely aligned with its defined charitable giving guidelines.
Requests are for Step2 product, in one of two categories on the form: Kids or Home.
Donations are collected from one of three Step2 locations in Ohio: Streetsboro, Warren or Perrysville.
All submissions are reviewed, and Step2 says it will be in touch if it is able to fulfill a request.
Tips from the program page: Pick-up is in Ohio, so plan how you will collect the product before you apply. · You can attach optional supporting documents with the form. · Step2 only responds when it can fulfill a request, and the page does not state a lead time or response time.
Who can apply
Step 2 donates to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status.
Step 2 limits donation requests by area: National.
How to apply
Step 2 asks every request to include the following.
- Submit the online form linked from the Donations page.
- The form asks whether you are part of an IRS 501(c)(3) organization and for a copy of your 501(c)(3)/tax-exempt letter.
- Have ready: the organization's legal name and ZIP code, a contact name, email and phone, the program or event name and date, a brief description, and the estimated number of attendees or people it will reach.
- Choose a product category (Kids or Home) and a preferred pick-up location.
Common questions
Do I need to be a 501(c)(3) to request a donation from Step 2?
Yes. Step 2's donation program is limited to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, so you will need your determination letter and Tax ID before you apply.
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