Philadelphia Furniture Bank

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Our warehouse expansion project is still moving along smoothly. We look forward to further organizing our showroom floor and sprucing up a new volunteer space in the coming weeks. In addition, we salvaged all of the metal framing from wall demolition for proper recycling via Good Haul! Thanks to the added space, we're already seeing improvements in our operations.

We’re excited to spotlight another one of our amazing member agencies: Valley Youth House! Since 1973, they’ve been a vital resource for young people experiencing homelessness, providing housing, counseling, life skills training, and more. We’ve partnered with Valley Youth House since 2017, helping furnish over 300 homes for their clients. Learn more about their impactful work and our collaboration in our latest blog post: https://lnkd.in/eWMBfVyh

Today is #EmployeeAppreciationDay! We want to give a massive shout-out to every single one of our Pathways staff, including our Philadelphia Furniture Bank & Good Haul team members. You are some of the most driven, compassionate, and hardworking folks we’ve ever worked with—we’re so grateful to have you on our team! Thank you for your continued commitment to our participants and mission.

Do you have unwanted furniture and/or other items collecting dust in your home? Help us keep the?Philadelphia Furniture Bank?stocked with your donations! Choose from two convenient pickup services: 1?? Low-Cost Pickup Service via PFB with a minimum $20 donation, only accepting certain items with limited availability for scheduling. 2?? Good Haul is our nonprofit junk hauler offering competitive pricing and flexible scheduling.?Good Haul?takes everything, donating all usable items back to the community and reinvesting all revenue into our programs. Learn more and schedule your pickup at https://lnkd.in/ewbXpN-R

The federal housing system has been relatively stable for decades—but recent shifts signal potential upheaval. What does that mean for affordable housing, local communities, and programs like Section 8? The Philadelphia Citizen breaks it down in their latest article. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eZhHzKvs

At the Philadelphia Furniture Bank, donated pieces like these help transform empty apartments into fully furnished homes for individuals and families exiting homelessness. Thanks to our generous donors, we’re able to provide essential pieces to those who need them most. Learn more about how to partner with us or donate your furniture at https://lnkd.in/dxcVS3Nh!

?? Today's?#FurnitureCareFriday?Tip:?Some commercially available cleaners can be too harsh for wood, possibly damaging the finish. Instead, mix equal parts water and vinegar for a gentle, affordable alternative! P.S. Be sure to dust off any surfaces with a damp cloth before cleaning!

Tickets and sponsorships are now available for 2025 Furnished for Good! All proceeds from our signature fundraising event benefit efforts to end homelessness in Philadelphia. More Info: https://lnkd.in/ebgD8irX

Homeownership has long been part of the "American Dream," but soaring home prices, high mortgage rates, and limited supply currently make it much harder to achieve. Knowledge at Wharton explains the key factors limiting access to homeownership and what might come next. Read more from Fair Observer: https://lnkd.in/eiKmzbEe