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Get a glimpse behind the Community Warehouse curtains (pun intended – ‘cause you know, we like furniture). Check out our blog, filled to the brim with news & events, success stories, and all the things that make us different – and awesome.
OREGON CAPITAL CHRONICLE: Oregon Rep. Salinas introduces bill to allow federal money for furniture banks
U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas, left, toured Community Warehouse in August. Salinas introduced a bill last week to allow federal funding for furniture banks like Community Warehouse.
The Power of Mattress Donations at Community Warehouse
By Cara GriffinCara is a writer and editor whose work supports organizations and individuals creating a more humane and sustainable built environment. Learn more about her at www.caragriffin.me.From straw-filled sacks to memory foam marvels, mattresses have come a...
Strategic Plan Update June 2024
It’s been a little over a year since we unveiled our 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, and we’ve been hard at work! We want to take a moment to share some highlights of the progress we’ve made.Focus Area 1Broaden Community Awareness & Engagement Communications Hired a...
Meet Our Newest Board Members!
In 2023, Community Warehouse welcomed five new members to our Board of Directors. Joining a nonprofit Board is no small commitment, and we are so grateful for the thoughtful ways our Board members help steer our growing organization. We are delighted to formally...
Community Warehouse Rolls Out New Initiatives For Accessibility
Read about our new hours while we pilot a 4-day workweek. Plus, for the month of January, all standard donation pickups are FREE.
VERY Exciting News from Community Warehouse!
We have BIG news to share with you! (drumroll, please...) We are thrilled to announce that Community Warehouse has been selected to receive a Recycling Education and Outreach (REO) grant of nearly $1.6 million from the United States Environmental Protection Agency...
Special Events
Westside Furniture Bank Grand Opening
Let's celebrate the grand opening of our new Westside furniture bank location! Where: Westside Community Warehouse (9806 SW Tigard St, Portland, OR 97223) When: Saturday, September 14, 10 AM to 3 PMCome celebrate the grand opening of our Westside furniture...
Toast to Tualatin Estate Store
Come one, come all! You’re Invited to a Toast to Tualatin Estate Store! Where: Tualatin Estate Store (8380 SW Nyberg St, Tualatin, OR 97262) When: Saturday, July 20, 10 AM to 3 PMWe've missed seeing all of our west-side supporters since the closure of the...
Chair Affair 2024, A Night to Remember
On May 2, 2024, Community Warehouse celebrated our 18th annual Chair Affair in grand style! After four years of scaled-back virtual or hybrid events, we were thrilled to gather with over 200 supporters at the Portland Hilton Downtown. Donors, volunteers,...
Spring 2024 Pop-Up Volunteer Events
Curious about what goes on in our warehouse but can’t commit to a regular volunteer schedule? Join us for a Pop-Up Volunteer Day! We’re hosting monthly volunteer events at our Portland and Tualatin furniture banks. Activities include sorting and bundling linens,...
Summer Square 2022
Summer Square is a one-day, outdoor festival for the whole family! Come delight in the treasures and talents of our community and celebrate our abundance. Here’s the awesome line up: ≋-≋ Vintage clothing finds finds from William Temple House ≋-≋ Snap a pic at...
Community Warehouse, Tualatin’s 10th birthday celebration
Join us on Thursday, May 26, 2022 to celebrate Community Warehouse, Tualatin's 10th birthday! When: Thursday, May 26th, 4-6pm Where: Tualatin Estate Store: 8380 SW Nyberg St, Tualatin, OR 97062 What: Cake, bubbly, and 10% off all items in the Estate Store Don't miss...
Building Home, Building Hope: Fidel Ferrer’s Journey with Community Warehouse and Project LEDO
Fidel Ferrer’s journey from an empty apartment to a thriving community leader shows how support, resilience, and donated furnishings can help turn a space into a place of belonging.When Fidel Ferrer and his family left Cuba for Portland ten years ago, they arrived...
From Blanchet House to Community Warehouse – Centering Dignity Each Step of the Journey
A heartfelt letter and photo from a recent client.
The Difference Furniture Can Make
A heartfelt letter and photo from a recent client.
Healing Through Community
Case Manager Marquea Holford shares the impact Community Warehouse serves on the clients she helps.
We’re All Different, and That’s the Beauty of Humans
Board Vice President John Middleton shares why he views Community Warehouse as an essential part of the long-term housing solution here in the Portland metro region.
Let’s “Help Everyone We Can”
Tualatin Program Coordinator, Sylvia Lopez shares how she first heard of Community Warehouse and what her work means to the community.
It’s amazing how much work can be accomplished by so few when the hearts are dedicated. You guys are the real deal.