Donate CarSeats
Important information about Donating Car Seats
We are not currently able to purchase new carseats for distribution. We rely heavily on redistributing used carseats but we must make sure the following conditions are met:
- The carseats must be less than 6 years old. Manufacture dates are located under your carseat usually on a sticker that includes a model number and date.
- Whenever possible, please visit the Consumer Product Safety Commission at www.cpsc.gov to quickly review whether your seat has been recalled. You may be surprised. Many issues can be addressed by ordering a part (usually free of charge from the manufacturer). This individual effort on your part allows us to move items through safely and quickly.
- Please attach a note with your name and contact information including the following statement: "This carseat has not been involved in a vehicle accident."
- Although we love to receive clean items, please DO NOT wash straps in harsh chemicals like bleach.
WHY ALL THIS FUSS? Carseats are made of mostly plastic and it decomposes over time due to fluctuations in car temperatures, use and rough handling. As it breaks down, the integrity of the seat is compromised. In some cases, it can actually do more harm than not being in a safety seat at all. Bleaching the straps impacts the webbing as it easily frays, allowing children to come out of the seat in a crash. Recall issues are surprising and sometimes frustrating but WestSide Baby must follow those guidelines, your effort helps us tremendously.
