Cuddle+kind
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Toy manufacturing |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Founder | Jennifer Woodgate, Derek Woodgate |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | Handcrafted dolls |
Cuddle + kind is a doll production enterprise established in 2015 by Jennifer Woodgate alongside her spouse, Derek. This business specializes in creating handcrafted dolls made by skilled artisans based in Peru, ensuring they receive fair trade compensation. Every doll is distinguished by its own name, backstory, and date of birth. Cuddle + kind is committed to delivering one million meals each year to children facing hunger, collaborating with organizations such as the World Food Programme. For each doll purchased, the company guarantees a minimum of 10 meals provided to children in need. By July 2018, their contributions had reached a total of four million meals.
The brand has earned significant accolades, including the 2016 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award and the 2018 National Parenting Products Awards. Their dolls have garnered endorsements from celebrities like Jessica Alba and Gwyneth Paltrow and have been featured across various media platforms such as Fox 5, ABC News, Bustle, People magazine, Mashable, and Upworthy.