Moving in or out this winter? Donate your items to incoming students or pick up things you'll need for your student accommodation at our Pop-up Winter Swap Shop!
- Date
- Monday 14 Dec 2026, 13:00 - Tuesday 22 Dec 2026, 12:00
- Type
- Introduction
- Spoken Language
- English
- Room
- Erasmus Food Lab (ground floor)
- Building
- Mandeville Building
The International Office at Erasmus University Rotterdam is looking to take a circular approach to international students coming and going. To ensure that no items go to waste, we’re giving the opportunity to departing students to donate any items they may no longer need to students that will begin studying in spring.
Donated items include:
- Practical household items; pots, pans, cooking utensils, plates, bowls, cutlery, mugs, cups, glasses, cutting boards, kitchen tools (spatulas, whisks, etc.)
- Small electronics/appliances; hairdryer, kettle, toaster, blender
- Room and living items; bedding (pillows, bedsheets) only in good condition, lamps, clothes hangers, small decorations (plants, picture frames, etc.)
- Electronics; extension cords and power strips, small desk lamps, calculators
- School and study supplies; notebooks, pens, markers, backpacks
- Kitchen and cleaning supplies; unopened cleaning products, laundry baskets, small drying racks
- Seasonal & clothing items; winter coats, scarves, gloves, hats, warm sweaters, umbrellas
Drop off
Want to donate items to the Swap Shop? We’d love to receive your pre-loved items! You can drop off your donations at the Erasmus Food Lab (ground floor) on one of the following dates:
- Monday 14 December | 13:00 – 15:00
- Monday 21 December | 13:00 – 15:00
- Tuesday 22 December | 10:00 – 12:00
Thank you for giving your items a second life!
Collect items
Dates will be available soon
Opening hours
Dates will be available soon
General Rules
- Participation in the swapshop is free for all new incoming students. Please have your proof of enrollment in the Osiris app ready to show at the door.
- All items submitted must be clean, intact, and in good condition.
- Respect other students and their belongings.
Items Accepted for Exchange
- We accept a variety of items, including clothes/accessories, small electronics/appliances, small kitchen appliances, home decor, bedding, small furniture, sealed cosmetic items and books in English.
- We reserve the right to reject items that are damaged, spoiled or hazardous.
- We do not accept large furniture items, food, opened cosmetics products, textbooks.
Registration and Logistics
Visitors are welcome to the Swap Shop without registration. Please note that the swap shop is open on specific dates and times.
Safety and Hygiene
- Please ensure your hands are clean before donating or taking items.
- All donated items must be clean and hygienic. Please clean items, if necessary, before submitting them. The swap shop is not liable for accidents or injuries.
Liability
- The swap shop does not accept liability for damaged or defective items.
- By participating in the swap shop, you agree to waive any claims against the swap shop for loss or damage to items.
Sustainability
Our goal is to promote reuse and reduce waste. Encourage others to join by donating and reusing items. Please bring your own reusable bag to take items home.
Thank you for following these rules to keep our swap shop enjoyable and respectful for all students!
