Donate

Village Commons

Give what you can, take what you need.

Baby carriers hanging on a rack above baskets

Give + take

  • Clothing in good condition for newborn - age 6
  • Disposable diapers
  • Cloth diapers
  • Baby carriers
  • Baby gear
  • Maternity clothes
  • Women's clothing in good condition
  • Toys in good condition
  • Accessories and household items in good condition
Baby carriers hanging on a rack above baskets
The diaper pantry stand stocked with diapers and formula
The diaper pantry stand stocked with diapers and formula

Plenty for everyone

Take as much as you want. Village Commons isn't just for someone with less than you. It's for everyone. Taking from the Commons instead of buying new means less ends up in landfills.

Gift economy

Village Commons is a community-based approach to reducing waste. Through clothing swaps and free stores, items can be circulated within a community instead of discarded. Sharing resources builds stronger communities, and makes sustainable living more accessible for families.

When you donate to Village Commons, nobody profits. Your things go straight to another family, for free.

Getting ready for a new baby?

You can find a lot of what you need right here. Ask the people in your life for food and care instead of stuff. Start with a Meal Train.

“The village commons have given me access to things I couldn't provide for my family and I.”

— Elizabeth G.

“I love having a place to donate our gently used baby items and clothes knowing we can help others in our community. I prefer to donate to organizations that help people for free.”

— Melody

“I can simultaneously clear out my older child's things and prepare for my newborn. It's comforting to know there are women in all stages of motherhood and that the items will get reused.”

— Braeden

“It’s a wonderful resource for many of us who are conscious of our consumption especially with small children. Village Commons allows me to have access to basics for my child as she grows.”

— Diana

“The Commons store has helped us with supplies and clothes that we have needed for our kids. And it's keeping clothes and supplies in circulation between families who really need it and out of landfills.”

— Lis

“Village Commons is fulfilling a need we all have which is to live communally, sharing resources. I hope this program only expands because it's what moms, kids, and our planet needs right now more than ever.”

— Amber