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May 28, 2024

Member Agency Spotlight: Veterans Multi-Service Center

Cover Photo & VMC Logo are Property of the Veterans Multi-Service Center The Philadelphia Furniture Bank depends on more than 60 member agencies in...

May 23, 2024

Why Choose Good Haul? Sustainable Junk Removal

When it comes to junk hauling, there seem to be endless choices. But how many of those haulers intentionally make a positive impact on the community...

May 15, 2024

Meet Anthony

Anthony has been a Pathways participant since October 2018. His first apartment was in Kensington, near where he spent a lot of time when he was...

Success Stories

April 26, 2024

The Journey of Junk: Exploring the Life Cycle of Discarded Items

The average American can produce over 1,600 pounds of trash per year. While it’s likely true that over half of that number is truly unusable waste, a...

March 22, 2024

Your 2024 Spring Cleaning Guide

Spring cleaning is a sign that better weather is on the way. As our days get longer and we get more sunshine, it feels like an appropriate time to...

March 12, 2024

Recognizing Social Work Month

What is Social Work? Social work is a practice-based profession that promotes social change, development, cohesion, and the empowerment of people and...

February 21, 2024

Corporate Teammate: The Organizing Professionals

Good Haul donates all reusable items to local community partners. We also depend on our corporate teammates to refer clients or use our services. One...

February 12, 2024

Mark's Story

When we started our housing program, it was assumed to be a permanent solution. The population targeted by the program was individuals who had...

Success Stories

December 29, 2023

Practical Ways to Help Those Experiencing Homelessness This Winter

Temperatures are dropping and the holiday season is in full swing. While the first snow fall brings joy to many, it can be a reminder of the tough...

December 27, 2023

How Does the Philadelphia Furniture Bank Work?

Have you ever found yourself wondering... What happens to my furniture after I donate it to the Philadelphia Furniture Bank? The answer is simple. The...