Thanks to generous donations from the Community, we have a store full of items that are 100% free. It’s not joke, no tricks, no gimmicks. All we ask is that you are someone who is or recently was houseless and you have a need and that you only take what you can use and leave the rest for others. You can come back every week. Currently we are open Mondays 3pm – 7pm.
As of February 1, 2026 we are working out the kinks. Our soft launch is February 2. Our Grand Opening will be February 28th. At that time, we will have information on how you can sign up to volunteer.
It’s easier to list what we don’t take. We aren’t taking large furniture (except shelving and tables and chairs) and we don’t take mattresses for a bed. We don’t take used underwear. Women’s bras are ok.
Things we are particularly looking for includes:
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- Tents
- Sleeping bags
- Food (we are on a waiting list with Second Harvest and River Food Pantry isn’t taking new partners). We are particulary looking for
- Canned goods with pop tops
- Shelf stable ready to eat items that don’t require cooking
- Soft food for people with dental issues
- Can openers
- Men’s underwear (new please!)
- Long Underwear
- Shoes/Boots
- Personal hygiene items
- Razors/shaving cream
- Deodorant
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste
- Winter gear (Jackets, gloves, hats, scarves, etc)
- Toilet Paper
- Adult books (we have plenty of children’s books at the moment)
For a full list of items Occupy Madison is looking for, click here. Includes items for residents, building houses, our craft room and more!
