Riptide Community Closet

07/15/2026

We've been incredibly lucky since we opened to get to use the office space in the front of this building for free. (Thanks mom and dad). Now, this building is getting torn down so you all can get your Culvers 😉. Just kidding, progress is exciting. But that leaves us in a pickel- we need a new space. So, I'm reaching out asking if anyone knows of or has a random space we can use. An empty office? Empty room in a church? The kickers: we have ZERO budget to pay rent, and I need to be able to come and go at strange hours. Sometimes the requests we get are last-minute, early weekend mornings, etc. I know, a tall ask. Moving everything into our garage won't go over well with my son and husband. 😆 Please keep us in mind if you hear of anything.
To clarify: we are open by appointment only.

05/30/2026

🚨🚨🚨 Urgent 🚨🚨🚨need for high school softball 🥎 stuff from a single parent. I don't normally share background, but one parent is holding the kids' sports equipment hostage during a contentious divorce. Kids should NEVER suffer for the nonsense of adults. Softball season is in full swing, so this needs to come together this weekend. I need a 34" 25 Oz.-9 bat, amongst other items. If you're willing to donate, please let me know ASAP so I can go get things today. You can venmo khappel4. Thank you for supporting our local youth!

05/19/2026

Thankul for the community support that helped make this event happen!

What began as a simple offer to help one student has grown into a community effort aimed at making sure local graduates are celebrated regardless of their financial circumstances.

05/04/2026

We need a softball bat for high school fast pitch softball asap. If you have one, please let me know!

04/19/2026

⚾️⚽️🥎🏈Reminder I will be at Riptide from 1-3 today if you need things for spring or summer sports, or you want to drop off donations. ⚾️ ⚽️ 🥎🏈

04/15/2026

I will be at Riptide this coming Sunday, April 19, from 1-3 for people who need to pick up or return items. If you need gear, come see me!

03/29/2026

Happy 4th anniversary, Riptide! What started as a pipe dream many years ago, has now helped kids by handing out hundreds of cleats, shoes, baseball/softball gear, track spikes, volleyball kneepads and shorts, wrestling gear, etc. We've also handed out thousands of dollars in fees to help families afford extracurricular activities.
If you'd like to make a donation in honor of our anniversary, please consider donating by check or venmo at khappel4. (I don't do fundraisers, so I greatly appreciate your financial support!)

03/27/2026

Youth football registration is open

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03/23/2026

Interested in helping with Next Chapter graduation celebration? Purchase items off of our wishlist!

03/10/2026

Only a few days left to apply. Do you know anyone W-SR high school seniors who would benefit from a free graduation party?

BIG NEWS! This year, we are providing Next Chapter: Graduation Celebration! We are providing *free* Graduation parties for qualifying W-SR seniors. This opportunity is for emancipated minors without support, or families who otherwise would NOT be able to afford a graduation party.
*Graduates will choose and have provided:
-their own decor/party colors
- a dessert of their choice
- beverages
-invitations
-get a 2-hour party at Redeemer Lutheran Church (this event is NOT put in by Redeemer; all questions should be directed to Riptide.)
-a gift registry (items not guaranteed)

Families must qualify and answer the form questions fully. Deadline is March 15. To apply, fill out this form: https://wsrunitedway.wufoo.com/forms/q1r4yyv90eyfsrd/

Acceptance into the program is not guaranteed and certain qualifications must be met.