what is freevend?

freevend is a network of vending machines dispensing free essential items to individuals experiencing homelessness 24/7.

freevend is a service provided by reversebus.

what is the freevend platform?

the freevend platform includes a freevend vending machine, a freevend mobility cabinet, and a user-friendly guest survey kiosk.

the freevend mobility cabinets are stocked with essential items such as wheelchairs, crutches, canes, shoes, and slides.

how does freevend work?

how do guests get wristbands?

we will provide our partners with free wristbands to give to guests.

  • low barrier access (no id required)
  • wristbands never expire
  • free wristband replacement

guest benefits

  • accessibility: freevend provides easy and quick access to essential items.
  • 24/7 availability: offers support outside of typical service hours, ensuring that help is available whenever it is needed.
  • dignity: allows individuals to choose what they need without the stigma or embarrassment that can come with traditional forms of aid.

partner benefits

  • efficiency: freevend reduces the burden on staff by decentralizing the distribution of basic necessities.
  • community integration: placed in various locations, freevend can integrate support within the community and raise awareness about homelessness.
  • impact data: capture real-time usage, user locality and service engagement

placement examples

  • shelters
  • release centers (reentry programs)
  • aid organizations
  • high schools, colleges and universities
  • social service locations
  • pop-up events

what is inside?

items are customizable

  • hygiene kits
  • first aid kits
  • naloxone
  • water
  • food
  • t-shirts
  • socks

  • feminine products
  • gloves + hats
  • std test kits
  • water bottle
  • diapers
  • slides
  • bags

how much is a freevend subscription?

freevend is a subscription based service.  a subscription includes wristbands, machine care, digital survey kiosk, reporting and worry-free inventory fulfillment.

freevend costs about $10 per guest. costs are usually offset by grants and fund reallocation.

do you have an outdoor solution?

yes :)

how can we partner?

fill out the form below so we can figure it out together…

free items

  • water
  • non perishable foods
  • fhygiene kits
  • first-aid items
  • naloxone
  • condoms

conditions

  • low-barrier (no id)
  • requires reversebus access pass

accessibility

  • whenever stocked
  • wherever located

 

more

  • well-lit
  • accepts donations

our mission is to reduce the friction both
experienced and created from homelessness.