Carroll University students have a new trailblazing resource that aligns with the university’s commitment to sustainability, service to the environment and student well-being. The Orange Thread, a unique on-campus boutique, supports students by offering free items such as professional clothing, household essentials, food and personal care products.

The Career Closet has a permanent home here, where students can pick up gently used professional, casual and Carroll attire. Pete's Choice Pantry ensures that all students have access to non-perishable and fresh food. And students will be able to find small appliances for dorm rooms, household items, and school supplies. All the items in the boutique are free to Carroll students.

Clothing at Orange Thread

What can you find at The Orange Thread?

Carroll gear available for students

THE CAREER CLOSET

Getting ready for your first internship, a big interview or the start of a new job? Dress to impress with the help of The Career Closet's gently used professional attire, free for all Carroll students.
Stocking Pete's Pantry

PETE'S CHOICE PANTRY

From frozen meats to fresh dairy products and boxes and boxes of spaghetti, Carroll's on campus food pantry offers all students a wide selection of perishable and nonperishable food items.
Dorm supplies

HOUSEHOLD ITEMS FROM MOVING GREEN

Complete the look of your dorm room when you browse our selection of gently used homegoods, school supplies, decor, appliances and more!

Contact and Donation Info

Please feel free to reach out to the Office of Spiritual Life and Service with your questions at orangethread@carrollu.edu or 262.524.7332.
Spring 2026 Semester Hours

  • Monday 12:00 pm - 5:00pm
  • Tuesday 10:00 am - 5:00pm
  • Wednesday 12:00 pm - 5:00pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 5:00pm
  • Friday 12:00 pm - 5:00pm

*Closed on Carroll holidays and breaks.

Donate

The Orange Thread is happy to report that we currently are not in need of professional clothing and accessories at this time. Thank you to everyone who has helped build up our stock. Household items for first apartments or campus suites are also welcome, as are some shelf-stable food items. Donations are received during our regular hours of operation.

Frequently requested pantry items include:

Microwaveable Cup Mac-&-Cheese Kraft
Microwaveable Cup Pasta Roni/Rice Roni Any Flavor
Microwaveable Shelf stable meals Hormel Completes
Microwaveable Rice cups Any Variety
Microwaveable Chef Boyardee Any Variety
Plain Chicken Noodle Soup Campbells
Canned Soup Progresso, Chunky
Canned Beef Stew Any Variety
Canned Chili Any Variety
Canned Chef Boyardee Any Variety
Tuna packets Plain and Flavored
Chicken packets Plain and Flavored
Microwaveable Bagged Pasta Barrilla Ready Pasta
Pasta Normal and Gluten free
Jarred Pasta Sauce Any Flavor
Knorrs Pasta/Rice sides Any Flavor
Peanut Butter Creany, Chunky
Jelly Grape, Strawberry
Canned Fruit Any Variety
Canned Vegetables Any Variety
Juice Any Flavor
Granola Bars Any Variety
Apple Sauce Cups, squeezable, any flavor
Fruit Cups Any Variety
Goldfish Any Variety
Cheezit's Any Variety

Frequently requested personal items (must be new/sealed) include:

Shampoo Mens and Womens
Conditioner Mens and Womens
Body wash/ Bar soap Unscented and Scented
Deoderant Mens and Womens
Lotions Unscented and Scented
Body Mist/ Spray Mens and Womens
Shaving cream Unscented and Scented
Razors Mens and Womens
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Face Wash
Hair Brush
Hair tie pack
Hair Clips
Hair Gel
Multi-Cultural Hair Products
Hand Sanitizer/Disinfectant Wipes



Location

117 Wright St., Waukesha, WI

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