Big Lots is also a good source for supplies. And I also go to members of the congregation if I need a lot of one item. I am currently seeking peanut butter jars, and the congregation is coming through for me.

When I needed shoe boxes (good for many projects, and also good for storing items), I found our local shoe stores very helpful. Payless Shoe Source was kind enough to give me some and continue to save them for me. Big Five sells boots, and their large boot boxes are great! These stores both told me that many people do not want the boxes their shoes come in, and the stores were grateful to me for taking them off their hands!