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Get a glimpse behind the Community Warehouse curtains (pun intended – ‘cause you know, we like furniture). Check out our blog now, filled to the brim with success stories, event recaps, and all the things that make us different – and awesome.

Giving On The Go Has Never Been Easier

Oct 24, 2018

Our donation drive is back, and Uber is making it easier to give on the go! Meeting friends for lunch? Running errands? Stop by Community Warehouse before heading to your destination.

Every Piece Of Furniture Has A Story: The Purple Couch

May 31, 2018

When we needed a comfortable and reliable place to land, The Purple Couch was always there for us.

Spring Cleaning: 5 Tips on Decluttering and Making Your Space Your Own

May 17, 2018

We approach spring cleaning with the goal of simplifying, making room to breathe, and let in the light. We all want to pull out the gardening tools and camping gear without having to jostle our way around boxes of I’ll-get-to-it-laters.

2018 Chair Affair Children’s Chairs- A Sneak Peek!

Apr 13, 2018

Every year, Chair Affair guests look forward to seeing the outstanding works of art and transformed furnishings created by renowned local artists for the latest series of artistic children’s chairs.

More than a good night’s sleep

Feb 28, 2018

For Ramona, and thousands of neighbors every year, getting ahead means having a bed!

Did you know? WWII Sweetheart Jewelry

Feb 13, 2018

With Valentine’s day fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to think of romantic gestures for that special someone in your life.

Community Warehouse and RAIN International partner for refugee aid

Jan 24, 2018

Representatives from RAIN (Refugee Assistance and Information Network) International knocked on doors of recently resettled refugee families to bring them some good news: after enduring hardships of travel, trauma of dislocation and relocation they were getting new beds to go with their new homes.

Community Warehouse is excited to welcome Megan Smith, new Communications Director!

Dec 17, 2017

Megan comes to the role with an extensive background in social services and journalism, as well as a long relationship with the agency.

Did You Know? Only Elephants Should Wear Ivory

Nov 15, 2017

Did you know the Estate Stores have been given donations made from ivory, tusk, shell and other animal products? On July 6, 2016, a near-total ban on commercial trade in African elephant ivory went into effect in the United States.

Estate Store: November Item of the Month!

Nov 14, 2017

Check out this beautiful Eighteenth Century Kitchen/Work Table – $890 for purchase in the Portland Estate Store.

How Furniture Banks Support Students in Need

Nov 8, 2017

As of November 1, Community Warehouse has served over 2,830 children that did not have access to basic household goods. When a family is faced with a lack of resources or stability at home, a child is potentially at risk for compromised academic success and healthy social development.