Little Bottoms Free Store

Little Bottoms Free Store was birthed out of a desire to support our most at-risk families and babies on the Westside of Columbus, addressing the social determinants of health that disproportionately impact our families and lead to elevated infant mortality rates in our neighborhoods. Most causes of infant death are preventable when pregnant women receive the access to prenatal care that they need, early and often, and when family members and friends know and practice the ABCs of Safe Sleep (Alone, Back, Crib). Our mission is to become the village it takes to raise a child, providing a supportive community, meeting basic needs, and sharing our resources. 88

Little Bottoms Free Store opened in March 2019 with a vision of creating a community of neighbors becoming the village it takes to raise a child. Little Bottoms provides free diapers, wipes, baby clothes, books, coats, baby gear, and other basic needs for parents and families who are pregnant or have children 0-3 years of age. In addition to providing basic needs, Little Bottoms is creating a community where families can have a safe place to relax, visit, build friendships, and discover community resources and agencies.