Did you know that all 28 of Families Forward's transitional homes are fully furnished by donations from our local community? We gladly accept the following new items: Linens, kitchen towels, cooking tools and utensils, dining utensils, bath towels, cleaning equipment, cleaning products, and toys. We also accept toiletries, telephones, gently used baby equipment (car-seats, high chairs, cribs, changing tables), and small appliances (toasters, small table-top microwaves). All donations must be clean and in good working condition.
We also accept furniture items that are clean and gently used with no rips or holes. These furniture items are for immediate use in our homes and must be in good condition. Because of limited storage space, we cannot accept everything. Acceptable furniture donations may include:
- Mattresses and bed frames (twin, full or queen size only)
- Bunk beds, dressers
- Night stands
- Armoires
- Bookshelves
- TV stands
- TVs less than 5 years old
- Sofas and love-seats
- Chairs
- Desks
- Dining tables and chairs
- Coffee and end tables (no glass tops)
- Area rugs in good condition
- Paintings and pictures
- Lamps and shades
Appliances must be no more than 5 years old and in working order. They may include washers, dryers (gas only), and ovens. We do not accept King size mattresses or bed frames, sleeper sofas, or dishwashers.
