Welcome!
We're So Glad You Stopped By
Common Ground Free Store is just what it sounds like - a store where everything is free! We provide free clothing, housewares, meals and more in a safe and welcoming environment. We understand that anyone can find themselves in a tough spot, and we aim to remind each of our shoppers that they are seen, valued and loved! Stop in and see us anytime! Interested in volunteering? Click HERE!
What Our Shoppers Have To Say
“I would highly recommend it. There is really a need for a place like this, for the people that really need help. And you can see it every day when you walk in the door.”
“I moved into senior housing … when you go into the grocery store now it’s just like, oh my gosh, that’s crazy … if I have to go into Walmart … they’re so expensive and you can get way better clothes and quality here [Common Ground Free Store] … Medications have gone up so much – it’s either prescriptions or food for some people. At least you have somewhere to go where you could get the things that you need.”
“We come for friendship. We meet people, we have a good time. We look forward to coming.”
- Mike, Gordetta & Lisa
Why Volunteer At Common Ground?
Hear From Our Volunteers
“I started [volunteering] about eight years ago. There was a death in the family … and the doctor said, you have got to get out and do something … so I came here and I really liked it. Everybody was so kind … When we have vacations, I hate it because I really want to come in – I just love it ... [The staff] really, really care about the people that come through here. They care about what we give to them. They don’t want us to give them junk. They want to make sure they’re respected and I think the shoppers sense that.”
- Jan
Year 2023 In Review
Last year you helped us make a huge impact.
1,215 families received more than 168,000 items.
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Clothing Items
74,657
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Shoes and Socks
21,383
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Underwear
9,052
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Diapers
24,880
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Meals
23,684
Join Our Team
Become A Groundskeeper
Would you be excited about partnering with us ongoing? Join our Groundskeepers, a group of loyal, committed supporters who support Common Ground with monthly recurring donations. As a thank you, you'll get a beautiful, personalized Common Ground coffee tumbler! Click below to get all the details!
Did You Know?
You can support Common Ground with your coffee habit!
If you love coffee and you love Common Ground, then why not support them both? Richwood Bank and their coffee shops provide you with that opportunity. Click below to get all the details on how you can make your day - and ours - at the same time!
