Top 5 Reasons to Give Furniture to PFB
Donating to a furniture bank can have an immediate positive impact on people receiving the items. Here are some compelling reasons to consider donating furniture to the Philadelphia Furniture Bank.
P.S. If you have more than furniture to haul away, our nonprofit junk hauler, Good Haul, will take everything, and for less than our competitors!
1. Empowering Individuals
Quality furniture can make a huge difference in people's lives. It helps create a comfortable and stable living environment, which can boost recipients' self-esteem and motivation as they work to improve their lives. At the Philadelphia Furniture Bank, we provide essential home furnishings to individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness, facing financial hardship, or escaping domestic violence or other crisis situations.
We partner with over 60 member agencies across the city to ensure that the furniture we receive reaches those who need it most.
2. Reducing Waste
Donating furniture prevents it from ending up in landfills, which is an eco-friendly choice. It's estimated that Americans throw out 12 million tons of furniture each year. Donations also promote recycling and a circular economy, which are essential for environmental sustainability. If PFB stumbles across a piece of furniture or other donated item we cannot use, we ensure it is donated to other community partners or recycled properly first.
3. Community Building
Furniture banks strengthen communities by facilitating the redistribution of resources within the local area. This creates a sense of solidarity and support within the community. We take great pride in our warehouse and in providing our clients with quality furniture. We encourage our clients to take their time to pick out items that speak to them and that will fit in their space.
4. Freeing Up Space
Donating furniture you no longer need helps declutter your home and free up space. It can lead to a more organized living environment, a fresh start, and possibly improved mental health. Or if you're moving out and have furniture you can't take with you, we can speed up your moving process by removing any usable furniture items (or all items with Good Haul).
5. Tax Deductions:
Depending on where you live and the tax laws in your area, donations to furniture banks may be tax-deductible. This can result in potential financial benefits for you. At the Philadelphia Furniture Bank, we can provide tax receipts for the items you donate.
