Brick Time's charitable organization is Perpetual Bricks
Our Mission
Reuse!
Reimagine!
Reimagine!
Perpetual Bricks was created with the idea of putting unused LEGO® Bricks into the hands of people in need. Our team of volunteers collect, clean and redistribute the donated LEGO®. Our mission is simply to make this awesome product available to those who will benefit the most. We personally know the joy LEGO® can provide and we want to pass it on where it will continue to help others.
Reimagine!
Reimagine!
Reimagine!
Building with bricks develops your brain. It fosters a variety of skills needed for creative thinking and problem solving. The activity molds strong young minds and stimulates cognition at any age. It allows unlimited building possibilities and the opportunity to reimagine and recreate something completely different over and over again.
Relove!
Reimagine!
Relove!
Our program is designed to encourage, inspire, and challenge the creativity of LEGO® builders young and less young. Any and all LEGO® is appreciated. The more pieces we receive, the more charitable needs we can fill! With your help, the colorful joy that is LEGO® can go on forever!
It Feels Good To Give!
Reduce Waste
Make a Difference
Reduce Waste
LEGO® Bricks can’t be recycled and many thrift stores cannot use them. Since the majority of parts contain a mixture of Type 7 Plastic (ABS), placing them in the recycle bin eventually sends them to the landfill.
Regain Space
Make a Difference
Reduce Waste
If your LEGO® bricks are just sitting around without being used or taking up valuable space in storage, why not donate them to a great cause?
Make a Difference
Make a Difference
Make a Difference
By donating LEGO®, you're allowing play, inspiring creativity, developing brains and building hope. You're making people smile!
Volunteer
What We Accept
Make a Difference
If you live or work in East Contra Costa County, we are always on the lookout for volunteers. Whether you want to organize a LEGO® collection, assist with deliveries or help us clean, sort and package LEGO® sets, we can always find something for you to do! Please contact us.
Beneficiaries
What We Accept
What We Accept
Perpetual Bricks is proud to support the community through children's care homes, shelters, foster care agencies and emergency services. We are building a network of deserving organizations. Feel free to contact us with requests for support.
What We Accept
What We Accept
What We Accept
Perpetual Bricks accepts all new and gently loved loose LEGO® parts, minifigs, baseplates and whole or partial sets, including Dots, Friends, Duplo, Technic and Mindstorms. You don't need to pre-sort, but it's helpful to remove any non-Lego items.
Shipping & Drop-Off
Packing
Drop-Off
Packing
Start packing by putting all LEGO® bricks and pieces in plastic bags to prevent spilling if the box rips. Please tie the bags or use zip-lock bags. If sending complete sets, please put each in their own bag. Otherwise, don’t worry about trying to make a complete set. Place bags in one sturdy box or a few heavy-duty boxes if needed. Note
Start packing by putting all LEGO® bricks and pieces in plastic bags to prevent spilling if the box rips. Please tie the bags or use zip-lock bags. If sending complete sets, please put each in their own bag. Otherwise, don’t worry about trying to make a complete set. Place bags in one sturdy box or a few heavy-duty boxes if needed. Note that two 5 lb boxes costs the same as one 30 lb box. Heavy boxes ship best without extra dead space. Newspaper or tissue can be used to pack it tight.
Tips
Drop-Off
Packing
Break down sets if needed to save space. We accept assembled, partial builds and loose parts. Big light boxes cost as much to ship as big heavy boxes due to the size. Tape the box well, including all top and bottom edges.
UPS and FedEx can handle up to 50 lb boxes. Home Depot and Lowes sell “heavy duty” boxes. A 12″x12″x16″ Small Box ho
Break down sets if needed to save space. We accept assembled, partial builds and loose parts. Big light boxes cost as much to ship as big heavy boxes due to the size. Tape the box well, including all top and bottom edges.
UPS and FedEx can handle up to 50 lb boxes. Home Depot and Lowes sell “heavy duty” boxes. A 12″x12″x16″ Small Box holds about 20 lbs, a 18″x18″x16″ Medium Box size up to 45 lbs, and Large Boxes up to 70 lbs. UPS and FedEx also have great shipping boxes. You can bring your bags and they can pack a box.
Drop-Off
Drop-Off
Drop-Off
If you live or work in the East Contra Costa area, you can drop your bricks off at one of our partner sites or or seasonal drop-off events. You may also reach out to see if one of our volunteers can arrange to meet you at a suitable local location.
Thanks for making a difference by passing your LEGO® on to future builders!