That’s the number of items we’ve been able to put in the hands of our neighbors since June. When you realize the Free Store has been doing this since February, that number is even more amazing! It’s no exaggeration to say this wouldn’t be possible without the incredible community we have in Rogers Park.

Since starting, we were able to raise $34,458 through GoFundMe, and an additional $22,262 since transferring to Open Collective. All of that money goes directly towards critical relief and  mutual aid work in the community. We know the past year and a half has been no small feat and we are so appreciative for all who partake in our efforts.

As we note in our community agreements, we are here to share as equals in the rich experience  of mutual aid. Everyone who engages with us is a valuable part of our community, whether you participate through social media, donations, or by attending our open hours in any capacity. Thank you for embodying what makes Rogers Park special!

Below is a full list of the items we’ve distributed to the community since June. We do this not just for transparency, but in celebration of how much we’ve been able to accomplish since starting this project. We love you and look forward to many more months of community together.

390 travel tissue packs

158 cotton swabs

604 deodorants

343 toothbrushes

537 toothpastes

75 dental floss

115 mouthwash

100+ baggies of bandaids & antibiotic ointment

90 acetaminophen

109 ibuprofen

381 lotions

1194 bar soaps

150 hand soap

100+ bags of asst menstrual pads

100+ bags of asst tampons

150 cotton rounds

142 vaselines

228 sunscreens

50 rubbing alcohol

376 hand sanitizer

535 razors

144 cases of diapers sizes 0-6

24 cases of pull-ups

681 baby wipes

58 baby washes

450 each of shampoos & conditioners

1490 rolls toilet paper

121 bleaches

37 cases fabuloso

1001 dish soaps

743 paper towel rolls

1526 sponges

358 comet powders

356 sanitizing wipes

790 laundry detergents

720 garbage bags

243 all-purp spray cleansers

156 bleach spray cleansers