Panda Jack was born from the desire of loving parents to make the world a better place for our kids, and our kids better people for the world.

Panda Jack is the new chapter of a family business of toy vending machines, Jack Ball Kids. I wanted to turn it into something more than just toys.

When I found out I was pregnant of Sophia, my vision found a clear focus. I wanted Sophia’s toys to be more than just playthings laying on the floor… I dreamt of toys with purpose.

I didn’t have much yet, but I was passionate and I didn’t fail to bring it up into any conversation with all the surrounding parents: cousins, siblings, and friends. One of them in particular took the conversation seri- ously, Vasilis.

One night, we were just sitting and talking, when Vasi- lis’ young son walked over with a stued panda and started talking about what he had learned that day about these creatures. While always appearing so playful and happy, pandas still develop incredible skills in only 5 months, such as climbing and swimming.

Neither of us replied, but we looked at each other. We both realized at the same time we knew what we wanted: for our children to grow up emulating the pan- da’s spirit. We wanted them to play, learn and grow.

That night, Panda Jack was born, keeping the heritage of our old family business, but jumping forward with purpose, through the eyes of a curious kid.

Even before Sophia’s arrival, Panda Jack was born.

Panda Jack is not just about the toys. It’s a community of caring parents… and cute pandas!

Tonia Christofi,
Co-Founder