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Quick Tips for Donating Your Furniture to PFB

The quick litmus test on donations to PFB is this: If you wouldn't offer it to a friend or family member, we wouldn't offer it to a client at PFB...
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Help Your Clients Turn Empty Houses into Homes

Securing housing is critical for people transitioning out of homelessness or other crisis situations. However, moving into an empty space without the...
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Why You Should Volunteer at the Philadelphia Furniture Bank

The Philadelphia Furniture Bank (PFB) is a primary resource hub of home furnishings for social service agencies in Philadelphia. Established in 2014...
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Member Agency Spotlight: Valley Youth House

The Philadelphia Furniture Bank (PFB) is proud to partner with more than 50 member agencies to provide furniture to those who need it most. Since our...
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Member Agency Spotlight: Women Against Abuse

Cover Photo © Property of Women Against Abuse, Inc. & Untuck Design Studios The Philadelphia Furniture Bank (PFB) is proud to partner with more than...
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What is Supportive Employment?

Pathways to Housing PA provide housing right away and adds comprehensive, wrap-around case management to help participants find stability and maintain...
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Clever Ways to Maximize Small Spaces

Living in a small space can be challenging. While it can encourage you to keep things minimal and cozy, it can sometimes feel like you’re constantly...
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Featured Work First Employee: Ednara

If you've donated to the Philadelphia Furniture Bank or scheduled a pickup with Good Haul, you may have met some of our Work First employees. Pathways...
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Member Agency Spotlight: UESF

Please Note: Logos & Photos are the property of UESF © This past fiscal year, the Philadelphia Furniture Bank collaborated with over 70 member...
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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...