Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs | CHICAGO FURNITURE BANK - Furniture Donation

Accepts furniture donations from individuals in the community. Distributes items to individuals in need for free. Notes: All pickups must be scheduled at least one week in advance. There is a suggested donation for pick-up service. All drop-offs require an initial call to ensure a quick unloading of items. This program does not provide free furniture directly to the public; must be referred by a caseworker to qualify.

Date of Last Formal Update

10/22/2024

Data provided by

Lake County 211

Physical Address

4801 South Whipple Street, Chicago, IL 60632

Hours

Pickup Schedule: Monday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM Thursday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM No weekends Drop-off Schedule: Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Application process

Request a Pick-up: - Fill out the "Furniture Pickup Request Form" online at: https://www.chicagofurniturebank.org/pickups. - Once completed, please send photos of the items directly to [email protected] and reference which pickup request they are attached to. - You will be contacted once form is received to schedule an appointment within 1-2 business days. Request to Drop-off: - Must make an initial call before dropping off

Eligibility

Items Accepted: - Mattresses and box springs (twin, full, queen, king) - Bed frames (metal, quick and easy to disassemble with no hardware) - Assembled Cribs - Sofas / couches / loveseats / futons - Armchairs and other seating - Dining / kitchen chairs - Dressers - Tables: kitchen tables, end tables, bedside tables, etc. - Mirrors, artwork, rugs - Household items: small appliances, dishes, utensils, glassware, pots & pans - Small desks Items Not Accepted: - Large sectional couches - Wooden bed frames - Headboards - Trundle / bunkbeds - Sleeper sofas - Large bookshelves - China cabinets / buffets / armoires - Entertainment centers / large TV stands - Outdoor furniture - Pianos - Electronics - Large appliances - Linens / "soft goods” - Clothes - Exercise / sports equipment - Large office furniture NOTE: All drop off donations still must meet the criteria specified above.

Languages

Spanish

Service area

Lake County, IL

Agency info

CHICAGO FURNITURE BANK

Supplies furniture at little to no charge for people in need