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Baby Supplies & Clothing


Alicia’s Closet

Serves foster families in Central Ohio by providing infant to teen sized clothing, shoes, coats, backpacks, toys, baby accessories and other essentials, at no cost to families through their Free Store. They also offer Comfy Kits for children entering foster care, Respite events/Parents’ Day Out and support groups for foster, kinship, and adoptive parents. Visit the website for additional contact information.
(614) 398-2203
aliciasclosetcolumbus.org

Baby Crib Resources

The following agencies offer assistance with cribs and should be contacted directly for further details. Please remember to research consumer information about any piece of furniture to ensure the item has not been placed on any product recall list.

Baptists for Life of Central Ohio Maternity Resource Center (MRC)

This faith-based organization provides free maternity clothes and infant / toddler clothing. Diapers, baby wipes, furniture, bottles, and baby equipment are also provided, subject to availability. Biblical/spiritual guidance is also provided. No appointment is necessary.
3417 Palmetto Street, Columbus, Ohio 43204
(614) 272-7038
bflco.org/maternity-resource-center
ibccares.org/maternity-resource-center

Bloom Free Store

Provides free clothing, shoes, accessories and toys for families with children ages 0-3 in Columbus, Ohio. Visit the website for additional contact information, store hours, and to register for the free store.

  • Bloom at Vista Community Church: 7343 Worthington-Galena Road, Columbus, Ohio 43085
  • Bloom at Faith Community Church: 2578 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204

bloomfreestore.org

CHLOE (Community, Health, Life Skills, Opportunities & Education)

Serves: Adolescents and women ages 13-21 at any stage of pregnancy or parenting in Franklin County.
Young Mom Connections group meets twice a month for dinner, activities, childcare, and access to Kairo’s Closet boutique; which provides infant and toddler clothing, diapers, bedding, and more. They also provide mentoring programs and parenting classes.
4142 Westerville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43224
(614) 477-1426
chloeinc.org

Columbus Diaper Coalition

Distributes diapers to other non-profits partners, such as food pantries, who then distribute the diapers into the community. They do not directly distribute to individuals. To find a list of their partners, visit the website and click on the menu, “Get Diapers“. Visit their website for contact information.
columbusdiapercoalition.org
*To find food pantries where resources may be accessed (please contact agency before going to pantry): cap4kids.org/columbus/food/now

Columbus Public Health (CPH) Resource Lists

These neighborhood resource lists are extremely helpful in finding resources near you. They provide detailed listings of free and low cost health care, vision care, dental care, prescription help, food pantries, transportation, job help, transportation, pregnancy resources and much more. They are updated frequently and reviewed by the Columbus Public Health social work team. Please note that CPH does not provide direct monetary assistance, but these lists are helpful in finding community agencies that do provide this assistance.

240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Questions About Health & Community Resources: (614) 645-1244
Columbus Public Health Neighborhood Social Work Helpline: (614) 645-6807
columbus.gov/Services/Public-Health/Find-Health-Care-Resources/Health-Resources-List

Common Ground Free Store (CGFS)

Offers free clothing, shoes, diapers, household items, books, toys, hygiene items, diapers, and prepared meals.  There are no income requirements, all are welcome regardless of circumstances.
Main Location: 193 East Central Avenue, Delaware, Ohio 43015
Donation Drop-Off: 147 East Winter Street, Delaware, Ohio 43015
(740) 369-3733
commongroundfreestore.org

Community Development for All People (CD4AP) & All People’s Fresh Market

This church provides several important community programs in the Merion Village neighborhood of Columbus, along with worship services. Programs include daily Fresh Markets with free produce for income-eligible individuals, nutrition education, free health and wellness classes, community events, an after-school program at Lincoln Park Elementary, Free Store, and ID 4 All People.

  • Parsons Fresh Market:
    946 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206
    (614) 445-7342
  • Linden Fresh Market:
    1464 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43211
    (614) 298-4192
  • Free Store:
    Accepts donations of gently used clothing and household items. No appointment is required to shop, walk-ins are accepted Tuesday-Saturday. Visit the website for hours.
    946 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, OH 43206
    (614) 443-1713
    4allpeople.org/FreeStore
  • ID 4 All People:
    Helps residents of Columbus attain their Ohio birth certificate and State ID card. They will help you through the application process and cover the costs. No appointment needed, walk-ins are accepted on Mondays. Visit the website for hours.
    4allpeople.org/ID
  • Thrive to 5:
    Supports pregnant parents and families with children under 5 years old through developmental screenings, parenting support, diapers, cribs, and more. Visit the website and complete the online form to get started.
    (614) 620-7888
    4allpeople.org/Thriveto5

Fresh Market Website: heal4allpeople.org/all-people-s-fresh-market
Main Website: 4allpeople.org

Crisis Pregnancy Centers in Columbus

*Disclaimer: Please note these centers do not provide or refer for abortion. Consult a licensed medical professional for any ultrasounds or medical care. Please use your judgment for what organization best fits your needs.*

  • Birthright of Columbus: Offers free pregnancy testing, maternity and baby items, and referrals for medical and social support. They provide information on pregnancy, childbirth, adoption, and parenting.
    3445 Great Western Boulevard, Columbus, Ohio 43204
    (614) 221-0844
    facebook.com/BirthrightColumbusOH
  • Pregnancy Decision Health Centers (PDHC): Provides pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, verification of pregnancy, and pregnancy support. The Family Empowerment Center offers cribs, diapers, mother and baby clothes for those that participate in parenting classes.
    Call or Text 24/7: (614) 444-4411
    Family Empowerment Classes: (614) 544-4445
    Campus Location: 22 East Seventeenth Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
    North Location: 5900 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43231
    Lancaster Location: 1590 East Main Street, Lancaster, Ohio 43130
    West Location: 4111 West Broad Plaza, Columbus, Ohio 43228
    Family Empowerment Center: 665 East Dublin Granville, Columbus, Ohio 43229
    pdhc.org
    pdhcparents.org
  • Stowe Pregnancy Resource Center: Offers free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and treatment for urgent illnesses or psychiatry help. They can also connect you to Stowe Mission for a food pantry, free hot lunches, faith-based after school programs, and free clinics for vision and dental services.
    888 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206
    (614) 620-7286
    www.stoweprc.org
  • Women’s Care Center: Offers free pregnancy tests and ultrasounds. The Crib Club Shopping program at the East Broad Street location allows parents to earn coupons towards free baby clothing, cribs, wipes, and other items. Strong Fathers classes are offered for male parenting partners.
    After Hours Phone: (574) 234-2341
    935 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
    (614) 251-0200
    3273 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43213
    (614) 235-3000
    womenscarecenter.org/columbus-ohio
  • Vineyard Church Value Life: Provides faith-based services for women experiencing an unplanned or difficult pregnancy. Provides cribs, car seats, blankets, clothing, diapers, formula, shoes & socks, and breast-feeding supplies for those that meet their eligibility requirements. The MotherHeart Mentoring program offers 1:1 support. They also have support groups for post-abortion support and miscarriage.
    6000 Cooper Road, Westerville, Ohio, 43081
    (614) 259-5528
    vineyardcolumbus.org/value-life

Gahanna Residents In Need (GRIN)

A faith-based organization helping alleviate hunger in the 43230 zip code. Programs include food pantry, diapers, summer lunches for kids, and weekend supplemental food packs for school-aged kids. Delivery is available for those who qualify. Visit the website for full pantry hours.
Location: 161 Granville Street, Gahanna, Ohio 43230
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 307563, Gahanna, Ohio 43230
(614) 214-4747
grin4gahanna.org

Gladden Community House

Settlement house located in Franklinton serving zip codes 43222, 43223, and 43215. Programs include parenting classes, senior outreach, a preschool, youth programming and sports, rent and utility assistance, medical appointments with The Breathing Association, and the Gladden Food Pantry. The food pantry provides home delivery for seniors and disabled residents, and diapers.

  • Main Office: 183 Hawkes Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43223
    (614) 227-1600
  • Food Pantry: 318 South Glenwood Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43223
    (614) 228-2498

gladdenhouse.org

​God’s Hygiene Help Center (GHHC)

Faith-based organization providing free hygiene products for students and families. Families can visit the God’s Hygiene Help Center once a month for hygiene items, cleaning products, diapers, and menstrual products. Photo ID is required, one order per address. They provide hygiene boxes to schools in the Linden area of Columbus, Ohio. Go online to complete a request form for your family or school. They also host a monthly prayer gathering and meal.
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 20081 Columbus, Ohio 43220
Help Center: 1402 Oakland Park Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43224
(614) 601-8122
godshygiene.org

Joint Organization for Inner-City Needs (JOIN)

Faith-based organization through Catholic Diocese of Columbus. Provides limited financial assistance for low-income families, assistance with prescriptions and birth certificates, non-perishable foods, hygiene items, and household products.
578 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 241-2530 or (614) 241-2531
columbuscatholic.org/join

Little Bottoms Free Store

Little Bottoms Free Store provides free diapers, wipes, clothing, maternity items, cribs, and baby supplies to any Franklin County family of children ages 3 and under (or pregnant, at least 28 weeks along). They support the most under-resourced families and babies on the Westside of Columbus and throughout Franklin County. Families are encouraged to register ahead of time for services on their website. Spanish interpretation is provided weekly. Caregiver photo ID and a sonogram, birth certificate, or medical record is required for each qualifying child ages 3 and under.
89 West Park Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43222
littlebottoms.org/membership

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) 211 Central Ohio

Faith-based organization providing a wide range of services across Ohio. Services include Faith Mission homeless shelter, food, health care, affordable senior living and domestic violence help. Visit the website for detailed program information and to find an office near you. The United Way/LSS 211 Information and Referral network can connect you to other social services across Franklin County.

  • LSS 211
    Call 211 or (614) 221-2255
    lssnetworkofhope.org/211centralohio
  • Central Ohio Main Office
    1105 Schrock Rd, Columbus, OH 43229
    (614) 228-5200
  • Food Pantries
    (614) 341-2282 or text ‘Food’ to (614) 702-7772
    Pantry Locations: lssnetworkofhope.org/foodpantries/locations
  • LSS Health Center: Offers primary care, dental, vision, HIV/STD testing, pharmacy, and behavioral health care.
    245 North Grant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
    (614) 224-0747
    lssnetworkofhope.org/lsshealthcenter
  • New to the US Resources
    Anyone can call 211 for help in English or 180 other languages.
    211.org/get-help/new-us
  • Faith Mission Homeless Shelter
    Must call Homeless Hotline in advance to be assigned a bed: (614) 274-7000
    General: (614) 224-6617
    217 North Grant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
    Men’s Shelter: 599 East Eighth Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
  • CHOICES Domestic Violence Services: Offers temporary housing, counseling, legal services, and peer support.
    24-hour Domestic Violence Crisis Line: (614) 224-4663
    General: (614) 224-7200
    lssnetworkofhope.org/choices/services
  • Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF): Serves veterans in need of housing stability.
    (614) 224-6617

lssnetworkofhope.org

Moms2B

A weekly prenatal education and support program for pregnant women. Free transportation to the meeting, childcare, food, and additional incentives for attendance are included in the program.

  • Moms2B East
    Ohio State University Hospital East – Wallace Auditorium
    1441 Phale D. Hale Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43203
  • Moms2B Linden
    New Salem Baptist Church
    2956 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43224
  • Moms2B North
    Epworth United Methodist Church
    5100 Karl Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
  • Moms2B Southeast
    New Birth Christian Ministries
    3475 Refugee Road, Columbus, Ohio 43232
  • Moms2B Franklinton
    Mount Carmel West – Healthy Living Center
    777 West State Street, Building 2, Columbus, Ohio 43222

(614) 292-1605
wexnermedical.osu.edu/moms2b

Mothers Helping Mothers

A non-profit organization dedicated to empowering teen mothers from ages 12-24. They offer housing referrals, childcare resources, free clothing and baby items, parenting skills, health and nutrition classes, and mentorship programs.
(614) 383-8180
facebook.com/MHMTEEN

NNEMAP Food Pantry

Serves residents of Columbus who live at or below 200% of the federally designated poverty level. Families can visit NNEMAP once per week to receive food pantry items, as well as hygiene items, baby supplies, and holiday gifts as available. They offer locker pick-up options and home delivery for senior citizens or those who medically qualify. Visit their website for pantry hours or to request a locker. Volunteers are welcome.
677 East Eleventh Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43211
(614) 297-0533
nnemappantry.org

YMCA of Central Ohio

Serves: Single Adults & Families, Youth & Teens
Hosts programs for men, women and children of all ages covering health and fitness, swimming, age-specific activities, childcare, summer camps, juvenile justice, housing, and more.

  • YMCA Stable Families Service coordination Program: Families with children (from Pre-K to 12th grade) who live in Franklin County have access to a service coordinator who can help with household income, maintaining safe and stable housing, and academic achievement of school-aged children.
    (614) 219-9895
  • Juvenile Justice: Provides a structured and supervised environment for 6th to 12th grade students as an alternative to being suspended from school. Students must be referred by their school district.
    (614) 578-7568
  • Early Childhood/Childcare: Provides free childcare while parents use Y facilities, summer programs, early learning centers, preschool, Head Start, and more.
    (614) 689-2096
  • Housing: Provides housing stability services for adults facing homelessness in Columbus, Ohio.
    (614) 705-9151
  • Early Childhood Resource Network Plus (ECRN+): Programming for infants and children with special needs, apply online for an adaptive equipment loan.
  • Y Cares: Infant mortality reduction program for families expecting or with a baby under the age of 1, provides free pregnancy testing, diapers, formula, home-visiting, parent support groups, and counseling.
    (614) 689-2080

Administrative Office: 1907 Leonard Ave, Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 389-4409
YMCA Locations & Contact Info: ymcacolumbus.org/locations
YMCA Columbus Website: ymcacolumbus.org



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