We’re Bringing a Free Store to Dayton!
With our Free Store, we hope to inspire people to think differently about sharing what we have collectively, as well as taking better care of each other and our Mother Earth!!!
NOTE: We are completely funded by community - Donations from YOU, whether physical or monetary, are what will keep this project alive for many years to come!
Please DONATE HERE to help with expenses! Your name (or business) will appear on our website below and our future donor wall - plus your donation is tax deductible! Thank you!!!!!
Frequently Asked Questions
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-The store will be run by a trained team of community-minded volunteers.
-EVERYONE will be welcome to donate AND shop for clean, gently-used items like: clothing, housewares, books, toys, etc.
-Folks will be able to offer a monetary donation at checkout if they are able, but it is not required!
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We hope to open in late Fall of this year, pending building renovations!
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We are NOT able to accept physical donations yet! We’ll let folks know when we’re ready though!
If you don’t want to hang on to your items, please consider donating to Essence of West Boutique at Dayton Metro Library West, Daybreak Dayton, Corner Cupboard, or Clothes That Work (to name a few).
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We are completely funded by community - Donations from YOU, whether physical or monetary, are what will keep this project alive for many years to come! Your donations will help us cover expenses associated with running a store (utilities, rent, taxes, insurance, etc.).
You may make a tax deductible donation HERE, and your name or business will appear on our website.
Note: We are fiscally sponsored by Ohio Voice (a 501c3 nonprofit) which means we’re able to receive tax-deductible donations as well as grants under the Ohio Voice umbrella as we continue to grow!
THANK YOU!
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We are not quite ready for volunteers, but if you would like to, you may fill out our volunteer interest form HERE and we will contact you when we’re ready.
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(updated as of 7/23/26)