by Scott Buga | Aug 9, 2021 | Blog, Community Giving Programs, Forklifter Profiles, Green Jobs and Job Creation
Donations are the backbone of what we do at Community Forklift and Andrew and Oscar have an important role in bringing them to the reuse warehouse. The Truck Team picks up donations that include materials from deconstruction projects, large volumes of materials,...
by Scott Buga | Jul 15, 2021 | Antiques & Vintage, Blog, Forklifter Profiles, Green Jobs and Job Creation
Did you know that in 2020, Community Forklift redistributed 3,819 light fixtures to the community? That’s a lot of lights saved from the landfill — ceiling fans, sconces, lamps, chandeliers, flush-mount lights, outdoor lights, and more! Andrew is responsible for...
by Scott Buga | Jun 22, 2020 | Blog, Community Giving Programs, Green Jobs and Job Creation
1. MYTH: Community Forklift gets all of its items for free. Most of the items are donated to Community Forklift for free, but there is a complex web of logistics behind getting that stuff! Where is it located? Does it meet our guidelines? Can it be brought to our...
by Scott Buga | Jun 1, 2020 | Blog, Community Giving Programs, Green Jobs and Job Creation, News, Non-profit partners
The Port Towns Youth Council and Pathways to Career Success Program develop youth leadership skills and civic engagement and help local high school students graduate on time and prepared for college and the workforce. Community Forklift has proudly supported...