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193 E Central Ave
Delaware, Ohio 43015
Phone 740-369-3733

We will be closed Dec 7th for Miracle on William St.

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Donate Items

Donate Items

Donate New or Great Quality Items!

The Free Store is stocked with items donated by folks in the community, like you. If it's in great condition - and if it's no bigger than a microwave - drop it off, and we'll share with your neighbors who need it! There are some limits though, so please check the FAQ's below before dropping off your stuff.

  1. Where do I drop off donations and what are your hours?

    Our Donation Center is located at 147 E. Winter Street, Delaware, Ohio.

    HOURS:
    Monday – 10am-1pm
    Tuesday – 6-8pm
    Wednesday – 10am-1pm
    Thursday – 6-8pm
    Friday – Closed
    Saturday – 10am-12pm
    Sunday - Closed

  2. We accept donations of clothes, shoes, linens, household items, toys, new/unused toiletries and other personal care products, and diapers. We ask that you donate items that are in great/gently used condition - we want to give the best to our neighbors in need!

  3. What items don’t you accept?

    WE DO NOT ACCEPT:
    • Out of season clothing
    • Holiday clothing/items out of season
    • Opened or used bottles, tubes, or jars of any kind
    • Safety-rated items, like cribs, strollers, car seats
    • Large toys, bikes
    • Used bathing suits, swim trunks or underwear
    • Used sleeping pillows or mattresses
    • Weapons of any kind, sharp knives
    • Medical equipment
    • Televisions, furniture, or appliances. However, we do accept small appliances, such as toasters, microwaves, and coffee makers (anything that fits on a shelf)

  4. When do you change clothing seasons?

    We only stock clothes for the current season in the store, so watch for a sustained shift in the weather before bringing clothes for the next season. We also announce the season change on our website and Facebook page.

  5. When I donate hanging clothes, can I leave them on their hangers?

    No. Imagine managing thousands of hangers, all of different types and sizes. In a closet they are indispensable, but they present a real challenge for us, both in terms of disposal and volunteer time. So, please remove the hangers from your clothing before you donate them.

  6. What is your greatest donation need right now?

    Our needs are pretty consistent. Most needed items are always brand new socks, underwear, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant, razors, toilet paper, and size 5 and 6 diapers.

  7. Do you have an Amazon Wish List?

    Would you like to order things and have them delivered directly to the Free Store? Click the button below for our Amazon Wish List. Thank you so much for your heart to serve the people in our community!

1,215 families received more than 168,000 items in 2023.

  • Clothing Items

    74,657

  • Shoes and Socks

    21,383

  • Underwear

    9,052

  • Diapers

    24,880

  • Meals

    23,684

Common Ground Free Store
193 E Central Ave
Delaware, Ohio 43015
Phone 740-369-3733
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