Client Stories – Furniture Assist
1,000+
Families furnished each year
125+
Partner social service agencies
20+
Years serving New Jersey

“I came to Furniture Assist because I’m basically starting all over. During Hurricane Ida, I lost everything and during that process, it seemed like I couldn’t get back on my feet. So, I finally got my life together and got custody of my daughter again and moved to Paterson and got my own apartment. Today, at Furniture Assist, I was able to get sheets, a microwave oven, a toaster oven, other kitchen items, books for my daughter and a karaoke machine — because my daughter loves to sing. So, I’m really happy about that.”

Ebony
Paterson, NJ

“I was looking for some furniture to make my house feel like a home for my children. I found nice dressers, nice living room sets and a beautiful ottoman so my four-year-old twin girls can just sit and look at the little LED fireplace and let them enjoy themselves when the wintertime comes. There’s a lot of nice stuff here.”

Santina
Newark, NJ

“My wife is pregnant, and she will be due in October. I got a bed and a baby bear for my kids and a side table. I’m so happy about what I got, and the people at Furniture Assist are so nice and helpful.

— Chinonso, Newark, NJ

“I was coming today because I needed some furniture. I was having financial difficulties and was homeless for a little while. I came because I was mainly looking for a dresser and a couch. I found the dresser and some other things that I needed.”

Client
New Jersey

“I was here for my baby who I had adopted. I was looking for furniture and clothing, and you guys actually came through, because I found a lot for my baby. You had some nice things.”

Client
New Jersey

Your Donation Makes Stories Like These Possible

Every piece of furniture you give — a couch, a dresser, a set of dishes — helps a family start over with dignity. It costs just $100 to furnish an entire home.