The Baby & Toddler Clothes Swap, run entirely by volunteers and supported by Lismore Library, is drawing over 100 people each month.

Families arrive to find long tables piled with donated clothes from newborn to size 5, along with baby linen and accessories, all freely available to anyone who needs them.

Volunteer organiser Katerina Crandon said the swap is about more than clothes.

“After the floods, volunteers saw parents struggling to meet the simplest needs, like clothing their babies. That’s when a group of mums came together to start sharing what we had. Four years later, the swap has grown into a tradition that’s about love, resilience and standing together as a community. Every smiling child, every parent who leaves with clothes they needed – that’s what keeps us going.”

The swaps currently take place at Lismore Library on the second Saturday of each school term month, alongside the Lismore Toy Library Inc. The next dates are 13 September, 8 November and 13 December, 9:30–11:30am.

Lismore Library Manager Michael Lewis said the library was delighted to see such a strong community spirit.

“This project is proof that when our community comes together, wonderful things happen. We are so proud to provide a space where families can connect, share resources, and make life a little easier.”

The organisers are now calling for new volunteers to help sort donations, set up and pack down, and keep the swap running smoothly.

Families are warmly invited to attend – no donation is required to participate. It’s all about sharing, supporting and caring for Lismore’s youngest generation.

“This project only works because of volunteers and community spirit,” Ms Crandon said. “If you want to be part of something joyful that makes a real difference, we’d love to welcome you to the team.”

The Lismore Library is at 110 Magellan Street, Lismore CBD, and is part of The Quad.