Fresh Start Furnishings was honored to welcome a group of dedicated employees from Harford Mutual Insurance Group , who spent the day volunteering their time and energy to support the mission of ending furniture poverty in Harford County. Their commitment to community and service was clear from the moment they arrived. Over the course of the day, they helped sort and organize donations in our showroom so that items can be easily selected by clients "shopping" for what they ne

When Paul, a veteran referred to us through the VA Hospital at Perry Point, walked into the Fresh Start Furnishings showroom, he wasn’t looking for luxury, he was looking for relief. After discovering a serious mold issue in his home, he had to get rid of his bed and several other belongings. What was left behind was a bare, unwelcoming space that felt less like a home and more like a reminder of everything he’d lost. Paul needed a new bed, a sofa to sit on, and a set of dini

Fresh Start Furnishings is grateful to WJZ-TV | CBS Baltimore  for helping elevate the urgent and often overlooked issue of furniture poverty  in our community. Their recent coverage brought attention to the growing number of households living without beds, tables, dressers, or basic home essentials—needs that many of us rarely think twice about, yet are fundamental to safety, dignity, and stability. For thousands of families across Harford County, the lack of essential furni

For Immediate Release Aberdeen, MD — As Fresh Start Furnishings marks its 10th anniversary, the organization is drawing urgent attention to a growing yet largely overlooked crisis: furniture poverty. According to the U.S.-based Furnish Together coalition, furniture poverty is defined as “the inability to access, afford, or maintain essential household furniture and goods for a functional, safe, and healthy home.” They estimate that 66% of Americans will experience furniture

We are thrilled to share that our work at Fresh Start Furnishings was recently featured on WMAR Channel 2 News, highlighting the critical issue of furniture poverty in Harford County and how we are stepping up to make homes more comfortable and dignified for local families in need. On screen, you’ll hear about how thousands of households in our county live without essential furniture and home goods, and how Fresh Start is working to close that gap. Every piece of furniture an

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When Sarah came to Fresh Start Furnishings, she was facing one of life’s unexpected hardships. A flood had destroyed much of what she...

As the temperatures drop, many of our neighbors face the cold months without enough bedding to stay warm. Fresh Start Furnishings is...

Fresh Start Furnishings was blessed to receive an incredible donation of kitchenware that will make a lasting difference for families in...

Find a new home for your unwanted things and do your part to help save resources for the next generation. Contributors are invited to bring a single carload consisting of items outlined below for recycling, refurbishment, or reuse. Home Goods being accepted include: TVs – flat screen, digital ready, < 52” inches (working items only) Area rugs: 6ft.x 9ft. or smaller, rolled, tied and marked with size) Lamps, Vacuums, Clocks, Fans, space heaters etc. (All appliances must be in

On Monday, September 15th, Fresh Start Furnishings is proud to be one of the 80 projects featured in a community-wide volunteer day...

At Fresh Start Furnishings, every delivery is more than just furniture; it’s about creating a foundation for hope, healing, and new...

At Fresh Start Furnishings, we believe that no one should have to rebuild their life without the basics of a safe and comfortable home. Every day, we see how something as simple as a bed, a lamp, or a kitchen table can bring stability and hope to someone starting over after crisis. That’s why we are so grateful for the support of community partners like APGFCU . Recently, Izak Battle, APGFCU’s Harford County Director of Business Development, presented a generous donation chec

Meet Calvin, a recent Fresh Start Furnishings client who reminded everyone what resilience and determination look like. When his...

We’re thrilled to share that Fresh Start Furnishings was recently featured on the Let’s Talk Real Estate  podcast, presented by Robert &...

Before coming to Fresh Start Furnishings, Bobby was living in a shelter with no income and little hope for change. “Nothing good happens...

Aberdeen, MD — The Women’s Giving Circle of Harford County (WGC) has awarded a $5,000 grant to Fresh Start Furnishings for its “Wrapped...

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The moment someone walks into their newly furnished home they are filled with relief, gratitude, and hope. And thanks to the thoughtful...

TOWSON, MD –  In a generous show of community support, the Building for God Community Foundation  has awarded Fresh Start Furnishings  a...