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Donation Collection Day
Presented by Keene Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Help Transform Empty Houses into Homes by donating your gently-used houseware and small furniture to Fresh Start Furnishings! When you donate, you not only give someone a place to sit, eat, and sleep, you give someone a sense of dignity and stability and help to end homelessness in Harford County. Join us January 24th, 2026 from 8am - 12pm at Keene Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram! All household items must be boxed or bagged. We will NOT b
Jan 51 min read


Harford Mutual Employees Bring Enthusiasm and Effort to Fresh Start Furnishings
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
Dec 4, 20252 min read


A New Beginning for a Perry Point Veteran
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
Nov 20, 20252 min read


WJZ-TV Shines a Light on Furniture Poverty in Harford County
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
Nov 19, 20252 min read


Fresh Start Exposes Hidden Crisis: Furniture Poverty Affecting Thousands
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
Nov 17, 20253 min read


Fresh Start Furnishings Featured on WMAR Channel 2 News
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
Nov 15, 20251 min read


Fall 2025 Newsletter
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Oct 7, 20251 min read


Sarah’s Journey from a flood to a Fresh Start
When Sarah came to Fresh Start Furnishings, she was facing one of life’s unexpected hardships. A flood had destroyed much of what she...
Oct 7, 20251 min read


Join the Effort to Keep Families Warm This Winter
As the temperatures drop, many of our neighbors face the cold months without enough bedding to stay warm. Fresh Start Furnishings is...
Oct 7, 20251 min read


KCI Technologies Supports Delivery of Kitchenware Donation
Fresh Start Furnishings was blessed to receive an incredible donation of kitchenware that will make a lasting difference for families in...
Sep 16, 20252 min read


Donate your home goods at the Bel Air Community Collection Day!
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
Aug 31, 20251 min read


Join Us for a Special Day of Service with United Way & the Ravens!
On Monday, September 15th, Fresh Start Furnishings is proud to be one of the 80 projects featured in a community-wide volunteer day...
Aug 28, 20251 min read


A Fresh Start in Recovery
At Fresh Start Furnishings, every delivery is more than just furniture; it’s about creating a foundation for hope, healing, and new...
Aug 19, 20251 min read


Fresh Starts Made Possible thanks to investment from APGFCU
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
Jul 25, 20251 min read


Resilience in Action: Calvin’s Journey Toward a Brighter Future
Meet Calvin, a recent Fresh Start Furnishings client who reminded everyone what resilience and determination look like. When his...
Jul 16, 20251 min read


Fresh Start on the Air: Let's Talk Real Estate Shines a Light on Our Mission
We’re thrilled to share that Fresh Start Furnishings was recently featured on the Let’s Talk Real Estate podcast, presented by Robert &...
Jul 16, 20251 min read


From the Street to Stability: Bobby Finds a Fresh Start
Before coming to Fresh Start Furnishings, Bobby was living in a shelter with no income and little hope for change. “Nothing good happens...
Jul 16, 20251 min read


Wrapped in Comfort: Women's Giving Circle Of Harford County Grant Helps Local Families Feel At Home
Aberdeen, MD — The Women’s Giving Circle of Harford County (WGC) has awarded a $5,000 grant to Fresh Start Furnishings for its “Wrapped...
Jun 30, 20252 min read


Spring 2025 Newsletter
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Jun 24, 20251 min read


Harford Day School Students Deliver Joy and Dignity with Cleaning Supply Baskets
The moment someone walks into their newly furnished home they are filled with relief, gratitude, and hope. And thanks to the thoughtful...
Jun 24, 20252 min read
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