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.
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What can you find at The Orange Thread?
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.
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.
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!
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 |
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| Toothpaste |
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| Face Wash |
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| Hair Brush |
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| Hair tie pack |
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| Hair Clips |
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| Hair Gel |
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| Multi-Cultural Hair Products |
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| Hand Sanitizer/Disinfectant Wipes |
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Location
117 Wright St., Waukesha, WI
