Freecycle
Find or give away useful items through local groups. Membership is free; posted items must be free. Stock and pickup arrangements depend on members.
Visit Freecycle →Give something a second life. Meet a community. Find practical help. Start with the official resource and check the local terms.
Explore the resources ↓Find or give away useful items through local groups. Membership is free; posted items must be free. Stock and pickup arrangements depend on members.
Visit Freecycle →Community gifting and borrowing. Standard access is free; optional paid support exists. Search local offers for household or baby items; availability varies.
Start with Buy Nothing →Volunteer-run, non-commercial hospitality and cultural exchange. Joining and using the community is free. A host’s acceptance is never guaranteed.
Explore BeWelcome →A travel and local-host community. Full participation requires a paid membership. A hosted stay does not mean transport, meals or all travel expenses are covered.
Read current membership terms →Use the provider’s messaging and safety tools, verify profiles, agree on expectations, and arrange public pickups where practical. Hospitality is not emergency housing. Do not post tax IDs, payment credentials or private addresses publicly.
Check local gifting groups for age-appropriate supplies. Verify recalls and condition, especially for sleep products and car seats.
Check CPSC recalls →Search the 211 directory for food, housing and community services. Eligibility and availability depend on location.
Visit 211 →