The Furniture Bank of Metro Detroit

The Furniture Bank of Metro Detroit We also serve veterans and seniors. The furniture that we recycle into the community comes from generous individuals and retailers within the region.

The Furniture Bank is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization which provides mattresses and furniture to children and families transitioning from homelessness, domestic violence, fire and flood. The FBSEM is a non-profit human services agency based in Pontiac, Michigan, providing essential home furniture to children and families in need within Southeastern Michigan.

Thank you to Dee Dee's Fine Vintage for sharing your expertise with flippers as we are ramping up our 2nd Annual Furnitu...
06/18/2026

Thank you to Dee Dee's Fine Vintage for sharing your expertise with flippers as we are ramping up our 2nd Annual Furniture Flip Challenge. Participants were able to learn from one of Metro Detroit’s most seasoned “flippers” in preserving and restoring furniture to be enjoyed by future generations.
Interested in joining the challenge? Learn more at: https://www.furniture-bank.org/furniture-flip-challenge/

Come out tomorrow (Wednesday, June 17th) to our new location (339 E. Whitcomb, Madison Heights, MI) for a FREE event cov...
06/16/2026

Come out tomorrow (Wednesday, June 17th) to our new location (339 E. Whitcomb, Madison Heights, MI) for a FREE event covering tips, finishing techniques, Q&A and instruction for DIY enthusiasts!

Whether you are a seasoned pro, or interested in taking on a DIY project like this for the first time, the workshop is designed to give everyone confidence to join our 2nd Annual Furniture Flip challenge, including insight on what judges are looking for!

We are constantly adding to our pieces available for use in our Furniture Flip Challenge! Check out some of our unique ...
06/15/2026

We are constantly adding to our pieces available for use in our Furniture Flip Challenge!
Check out some of our unique pieces available right now including various tables, chairs, nightstands, credenzas and other options.

If you would like to participate in this year's challenge but are unsure how to get started, we have a FREE workshop for new and seasoned flippers alike this Wednesday (June 17th) at our warehouse. Check out our recent post for more details!

https://www.furniture-bank.org/furniture-flip-challenge/

We are celebrating National Home Ownership Month because we know that GETTING a home is the first step… but FILLING a ho...
06/12/2026

We are celebrating National Home Ownership Month because we know that GETTING a home is the first step… but FILLING a home is the next!
Many of the families or individuals we serve don’t have the resources to fill their home with furniture, beds, and essentials to make it feel like home. Learn more how YOUR DONATION can make a life-changing impact in our community: https://www.furniture-bank.org/donate-furniture/

06/11/2026

We are so excited to have Hilary Farr return as the celebrity judge for our 2nd Annual Furniture Flip Challenge!

Artists can come in to our new warehouse to select their furniture pieces to transform and return by August 28th! The competition will commence September 10th at our Furniture Flip Bash where Hilary will select our $5,000 Best in Show winner! In total, there will be over $10,000 in cash prizes awarded on this amazing evening of food, entertainment, and creativity.

See all the details and learn more at: https://www.furniture-bank.org/furniture-flip-challenge/

Are you interested in participating in our 2nd Annual Furniture Flip Challenge, but you don’t believe you have the knowl...
06/09/2026

Are you interested in participating in our 2nd Annual Furniture Flip Challenge, but you don’t believe you have the knowledge, confidence, or vision to get started? We can help!

🗓️ Wednesday, June 17th from 6:00- 7:30
📌 Furniture Bank’s NEW location (339 E Whitcomb Ave, Madison Heights, MI 48071)
🧠 Dee Dee's Fine Vintage in is offering a 90-minute session where participants will learn what makes a good DIY project, preparing and finishing techniques, best practices, and insights into what judges will be looking for in evaluating entries in the competition. The session will include an informative presentation, Q&A, and light refreshments.

The prize pool is increasing this year for the 2nd Annual Furniture Flip Challenge with fun new categories and more chan...
06/05/2026

The prize pool is increasing this year for the 2nd Annual Furniture Flip Challenge with fun new categories and more chances to win! On top of the $5,000 grand prize, we will be offering $1,000 prizes for each of the other five categories along with a $500 honorable mention for each. Check out the details at: https://www.furniture-bank.org/furniture-flip-challenge/

As the oldest Furniture Bank in the United States, we have been around the block, and for the last almost three decades,...
06/04/2026

As the oldest Furniture Bank in the United States, we have been around the block, and for the last almost three decades, that home was made in our Pontiac location.
This week was the first in our NEW Madison Heights building as we share both gratitude for our previous chapter and excitement for our expanded space and community! The new signage went up on this beautiful (and HOT) Michigan afternoon, but we think it turned out great!

Our President and CEO, Diane Charles and last year's Best in Show winner, Tess Phaneuf, sat down with FOX 2 Detroit yes...
06/02/2026

Our President and CEO, Diane Charles and last year's Best in Show winner, Tess Phaneuf, sat down with FOX 2 Detroit yesterday to talk about the launch of our 2nd Annual Furniture Flip Challenge and what makes this year's flip bigger and better with new categories, bigger prizes, and of course, more creativity!

See the full segment below:
https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-7r60dwlab8sedczq

Our first flippers are starting to pick up pieces today at our NEW location (339 E. Whitcomb Ave.Madison Heights, MI 480...
06/01/2026

Our first flippers are starting to pick up pieces today at our NEW location (339 E. Whitcomb Ave.
Madison Heights, MI 48071)!

Whether you are a returning flipper, or are looking to participate for the first time, learn everything about the Furniture Flip Challenge at: https://www.furniture-bank.org/furniture-flip-challenge/

Address

339 E. Whitcomb Avenue
Madison Heights, MI
48071

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12483321300

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