CHAIR AFFAIR ARTISTS

Every spring, Community Warehouse hosts its annual Chair Affair event to raise critical mission funds.

At the heart of the event are brilliant, one-of-a-kind Children’s Chairs created by local artists.

We are so excited to welcome new artists for Chair Affair 2026!

Read below for more information and to sign-up!

How does the Children’s Chair Project work?

Community Warehouse collects used donated children’s chairs and distributes them to local artists. The artists then transform the chairs into unique, joyful pieces of functional art for children.

The chairs go on to be displayed at our Chair Affair fundraising event and sponsored by supporters, raising critical funds for Community Warehouse’s mission.

After Chair Affair, the Children’s Chairs return to our furniture banks where they are picked out by children who visit Community Warehouse with their family to receive services. 

Sign up to be a 2026 Children’s Chair Artist!

Interested in being a Children’s Chair artist for Chair Affair 2026? After reviewing the guidelines below, please click the Artist Signup button. After signing up, you will receive detailed instructions on how to participate.

Thank you for your interest and support!

Children's Chair Artist Guidelines
  • Chairs only (please no highchairs, tables, benches, etc)
  • Make sure your chair is functional & sturdy
  • Please use only child-safe materials
  • Create with non-toxic, Zero VOC, no odor paint

Do not include any choking hazards or small, removable pieces

Optional Accessory Guidelines

Some artists choose to include a small gift to accompany the chair such as a stuffed animal or book. We want to keep the focus on your amazing chair, so if you choose to include an accompanying gift, please follow these guidelines and know that we greatly appreciate your thoughtfulness and generosity!: 

  • Please choose from the following age and mission appropriate items: books, backpacks, stuffed animals, art supplies, pillows, throws. 
  • Please package these items in either a plain reusable cloth bag or backpack because paper bags tear and items can be lost or separated in transportation.

Artist Signup

After signing up, please click here for detailed participation instructions.

Important Dates:

October 30, 2025: Last day to sign-up! All artist submissions must be turned in on this day.

November 20, 2025: Chair Affair Artist Viewing and Reception Party: Bring your completed chair to the Portland Furniture Bank to view all the completed masterpieces and celebrate this community effort! If you are unable to make this event, email us for alternative drop-off arrangements. 

 

2025 Artwork

Here are some examples of the amazing creativity from our 2025 Children’s Chair Artists!