The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) is the national trade association representing apparel, footwear and other sewn product companies, and their suppliers which compete in the global market. The AAFA president sits on the K.I.D.S. Board and the association has provided visibility for K.I.D.S. through its extensive communications network. In 2008 K.I.D.S. will be the charity recipients of funds donated at the AAFA’s annual American Image Awards gala.

All Baby & Child, Inc. (ABC) is a national association representing the nation's leading independently owned and operated "bricks and mortar" juvenile product specialty stores.  The president of ABC sits on the K.I.D.S. Board and the association has provided major financial support, space at its annual trade show and encouragement of its members to donate excess inventory.

The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, Inc. (JPMA) is a national trade organization representing 95% of the $7.3 billion industry that manufactures and/or imports infant products, such as cribs, car seats, strollers, bedding, and a wide range of accessories and decorative items. The President of JPMA sits on the K.I.D.S. Board and JPMA provides financial, trade show and outreach support.

The mission of LIMA is to foster the growth and expansion of licensing. LIMA provides K.I.D.S. the opportunity to exhibit at its annual trade show.

The Toy Industry Foundation (TIF) is the philanthropic arm of the North American Toy Industry. The foundation is governed by a board of trustees made up of TIA representatives and independent members from the toy industry and philanthropic community. TIF's mission is to bring joy, comfort and learning to children in need through the experience of toys and play. The foundation currently fulfills its mission through programs such as public education initiatives, The Toy BankT and awarding grants to deserving organizations.

We are proud to partner with the Toy Industry Foundation every year at the Toy Fair, held in New York City, to distribute toys to local charities all over the world.