The additional costs incurred by moving into a new home are associated with the “Move-in Gap” and furniture makes up a significant percentage of these expenses.

When we think about a stable home in cities like Omaha, furniture might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Furniture plays a foundational role in family stability, emotional well-being and everyday routines. It creates space for rest, nurturing, connection and growth in ways that go beyond aesthetics or comfort.

The impact of volunteering doesn’t stop with our clients. Volunteers tell us that their experience has given them a deeper connection to their community and a sense of purpose that stays with them long after their work ends.

Because our organization is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your furniture donation may be tax-deductible. That means you may be able to subtract the value of your donated items from your taxable income, which could lower the amount of taxes you owe.

This time of year, we and other service organizations often see a slowdown in volunteer groups. However, our work is especially crucial this time of year. Volunteer with The Furniture Project today.

Every week, we help transform empty rooms into welcoming spaces for people starting or rebuilding their lives. The best part is you can help without spending a dime.

2025 was another milestone year for The Furniture Project. This year brought growth, new opportunities for us and our clients and powerful reminders of why our mission matters.

According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, Americans discarded approximately 12.1 million tons of furniture and furnishings in 2018. Most of this furniture ends up in landfills, contributing to waste and environmental impact.

Leaving an abusive situation is one of the most courageous and difficult decisions a person can make. It often means walking away from everything, including furniture, belongings and basic household necessities to find safety. Many of the people that we serve are survivors of domestic violence and we take that responsibility seriously.

National Days of Service remind us as a community to take an inventory of our community’s highest needs. September 11th is an opportunity to ask: how can I help serve my neighbors?

Families moving out of homelessness or housing instability often enter homes that are empty. This isn’t just uncomfortable—it can impact their growth and development.

The Furniture Project is excited to announce that we have been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Refugee Community Grant Fund through Omaha Community Foundation (OCF).

When our community’s needs change, we are proud to step in to help. In response to the closing of City View Apartments, we’ve partnered with Metro Housing Collaborative and North Omaha Community Partnership to help those displaced with new furniture and household goods.

Supporting the LGBTQIA+ community is important to our mission as we aim to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their background or identity, have access to the necessities needed to create a home where they can thrive.

Our volunteers play an essential role in ensuring that the gently used furniture we receive reaches those who need it most. From sorting donations and warehouse support to providing a friendly face to clients in our office, each volunteer is an integral part of our mission.

At The Furniture Project, we believe in the power of recycling—not just for the planet, but for the people in our community. This Global Recycling Day, we’re taking a moment to highlight how your donated furniture helps create a more sustainable, supportive environment for those in need.

On Random Acts of Kindness Day, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible individuals and organizations who perform their own random acts of kindness and make our mission possible by donating.

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a National Day of Service, consider taking an inventory of our community’s highest needs and how you may be able to donate.

Your contribution helps us acquire and distribute furniture, cover operational costs and reach even more families in need.

This year, join us in celebrating World Habitat Day by embracing a powerful way to give back: donating furniture and household items or making a financial contribution to purchase new items that create comfortable homes.