Friday, January 28, 4-6pm, Community Grounds: Coffee and Meeting House, 1134 Parsons Ave.

Free Resource Friday is a donation-based initiative to provide free resources like food, clothes, and hygiene items to folks living in predominantly Black, low-income neighborhoods. Volunteers distribute items, share information, and provide support for local communities in need.

All are welcome, but QTPOC people take priority within the space.

Masks are required to enter the space. Come out from 4pm to 6pm on January 28 for free resources such as food, clothing, and hygiene products.

If you’d like to support Free Resource Fridays by donating materials, or if you’d like to get involved by offering a skill-share mini-workshop or educational class, contact us! We are always looking to foster and strengthen our partnerships in the Central Ohio community. We are also accepting donations at the event, particularly warm washed winter clothing as the weather is getting colder.

Please also consider supporting Community Grounds by purchasing items in the cafe or donating to their business.

About BQIC

BQIC (Black Queer and Intersectional Collective) is a grassroots community organization in Central Ohio that works towards the liberation of Black LGBTQIA+ people from all walks of life through direct action, community organizing, education on our issues, and creating spaces to uplift our voices.

About Community Grounds: Coffee and Meeting House

“Our mission is to provide the South Side of Columbus an ever-evolving community space for sharing fellowship, music, poetry, books, and ideas over locally sourced coffee, tea, and food.” [from the Community Grounds website]

There is a wheelchair-accessible rear entrance.

Free street parking is available in front of the building and on the surrounding streets.

This event is located near two different COTA bus routes.

Hosted by BQIC and Community Grounds: Coffee and Meeting House.