The Neighbor's Nest Cabinet
What Is The Neighbor's Nest?
The Neighbor's Nest is our community cabinet initiative that embodies our belief that connection requires both meeting practical needs and nurturing our spirits. This wooden cabinet, located at our community space, serves as a free resource exchange where neighbors can find everyday essentials alongside items that foster creativity, connection, and wellbeing.
Accessing The Neighbor's Nest
Hours: The Neighbor's Nest is accessible during all Renegade Readers events and by appointment. If you need emergency access outside these hours, please text us at 518.419.2980.
Location: Lot C2
Who Can Use It: Anyone in our community! The Neighbor's Nest operates on a "take what you need, give what you can" principle. No questions asked, no forms to fill out, and no proof of need required.
What You'll Find Inside
The Neighbor's Nest offers two types of resources:
Practical Essentials
Household items (laundry pods, cleaning supplies)
Hygiene products (tampons, toothbrushes, soap)
Basic pantry items (pasta, canned goods, snacks)
School/office supplies
Connection Resources
Family games and activities
Arts and crafts supplies and take-home kits
Self-care items (journals, face masks, bath salts)
Date night and family activity idea cards
Seasonal celebration supplies
Guidelines for Use
Take what you need - If stopping by our cabinet for laundry pods prevents household tension or grabbing an art kit gives your child a creative outlet, that's exactly what we're here for!
Respect the space - Please close cabinet doors securely and return any items you decide not to take.
Privacy matters - Feel free to visit the cabinet during events when others are present, or message us to arrange a private visit.
Sustainability note - While we work to keep the cabinet stocked, we cannot maintain supplies for the entire community continuously. The system works best when everyone contributes when they can.
Feedback welcome - Let us know what items you'd find most helpful by leaving a note in our suggestion box or texting us.
How to Donate to The Neighbor's Nest
Items We Always Need
Laundry detergent pods
Feminine hygiene products
Shelf-stable food items
Art supplies
Self-care items
Family games
Children's books
Donation Guidelines
All items should be new/unused (except books, games, and craft supplies, which can be gently used)
Please no expired food items or opened personal care products
Seasonal items are welcome and will be stored until needed
Drop off donations during any Renegade Readers event or contact us to arrange a drop-off time
Financial Support
Financial donations help us purchase high-need items when donations are low. To contribute financially to The Neighbor's Nest, please see our Donation page.
The Neighbor's Nest is community care in action. It's the recognition that we all need support sometimes, and that by sharing our resources, we create resilience that benefits everyone.
Have questions about The Neighbor's Nest?
Contact us anytime.
"Creating spaces where everyone belongs - that's the true rebellion."
