Some of our volunteers
Furniture Assist is an all volunteer 501(c)(3) organization.
Furniture Assist embodies the idea, "From those who have, to those who need." Our volunteers (age 12-100+) bring many diverse talents and backgrounds to Furniture Assist, and together, enable us to provide items to over 1,000 NJ families in need each year. Come a few hours a month, a week or as often as you wish! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! ALL are welcome, including small groups (under 18 need parental consent). If you have questions please contact us at the e-mail above. Below are examples of how you can get involved.
Clients - Any Saturday except Holidays at 24 Commerce Street (9:00 AM-3:00 PM)
- Greet and check-in clients
- Help clients select needed items, furniture, kitchen ware, clothes, toys, etc.
- Check Clients out
- Direct traffic
Donors - Any Sunday except Holidays at 24 Commerce Street (10:00 AM-2:00 PM)
- Carry donations,
- sort and organize donations
- fold and/or hang clothes
- inspect donations
- Direct traffic
Sorting - Any Monday except Holidays at 24 Commerce Street (10:00 AM-2:00 PM)
Sorting - Any Wednesday except Holidays at 24 Commerce Street (10:00 AM-Noon)
- Carry donations,
- sort and organize donations
- fold and/or hang clothes
- Help agencies select clothes and baby items for the agency closets
- inspect items
At special times and locations
- Fundraising - Host an event for family/friends at your home/other location
- plan an event with a local business
- grant writing (we'll help)
- special events
- solicit donations
- represent Furniture Assist at community events
- Plan,organize, advertise and conduct special drives for needed items like toys, clothes, linens and household items. PLEASE CONTACT US FIRST
- We are also seeking additional volunteers to serve on our Board or Advisory committees.
The Board meets on the 4th Sunday of even numbered months at 8:30 AM before we open for donations. Board meetings are open to the public but if you plan to attend, please check since dates and times may change.