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Reusing old Stuff. Making new friends.

We organized Freebies for Families in memory of Marlen Ochoa-Lopez, a young mom from Pilsen who was tragically killed while trying to get some free baby clothes via a Facebook connection. Those in need - and those wishing to unload gently used baby and kid items - can safely drop off, pick up or both at this event - and begin to "build their village."

NEXT EVENT: May 31 @ St Gall School

No Referrals, Please

We do not have the capacity to take appointments.

We receive many calls from hospital staff and patients in search of diapers, and that is not a service we can offer, unfortunately.

We are a volunteer group, and our monthly event is meant to encourage young parents to meet each other. For immediate needs, the best referral is to Greater Chicago Food Depository's Find Food/Diapers tool online. Thanks.

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HOW & WHAT TO DONATE

Donations are accepted only on the day of the event, from 10-11:30am. Once the event begins, we can no longer accept donations until the next scheduled event. 

YES PLEASE

Infant/toddler/children's

clothing, coats & shoes

Fresh diapers, sealed wipes, new jars of food or formula

Gear, such as:

High chairs

Strollers

Pack-n-plays

Bathtubs

Diaper Bags

NO THANKS

Adult clothing

House or kitchen items

Used undergarments

Cloth diapers

Food that is half-used, or opened

Used pacifiers or teethers

Car seats that are expired (check the label on side or bottom)

Puzzles, toys, dolls or stuffed animals

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The Southwest Collective is

a 501(c)(3) organization.

708.740.8914

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