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 are here to help. Our aim is to meet our shopper's essential needs while reminding them they are seen, valued and loved. Stop in and see us anytime!
What Our Shoppers Have To Say
"I was homeless in 2019. Someone said Common Ground Free Store … so once I [started] coming I became a regular. I was able to find interview clothing … the clothing is actually high quality … Once I got my job I was putting away everything, I wasn’t touching it (because of all the food I could get from here) and I ended up investing that in a retirement account... I got an apartment… Not only did they {Common Ground] offer me food, they offered me wisdom and guidance here to get me back on my feet. This place is not only just a gold mine for introducing you to a next job, but moving up in the world as a provider for others. I wouldn’t be here without it."
- Mary Dean, CGFS Shopper
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 2024 In Review
Last year you helped us make a huge impact.
1,154 families received more than 177, 000 items.
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Clothing Items
71,920
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Shoes and Socks
21,754
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Underwear
8,357
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Diapers
30,290
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Meals
24,716
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!
Interested in learning more?
Check out our Blog
Other Ways to Help
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!
Link your Kroger card to Common Ground
If you link your Kroger card to Common Ground, with every purchase you make, Kroger will donate a percentage to Common Ground - at no cost to you! It's easy and quick!
