This past weekend we picked up some salvaged materials from our compatriots in reuse at Philly Reclaim, who are closing their doors at the end of this week. Learn more on our blog.
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Before and After: Fantastic projects made with salvaged materials
It’s always fun to see what creative people can do with salvaged materials. These projects using stuff from Community Forklift don’t disappoint! Check them out on our blog.
HELP 2022: Distributing free materials to neighbors in need
Community Forklift’s Home Essentials Program (HELP) provides free materials to households with limited incomes. Please read our blog to find out what we’ve been doing in 2022.
It Takes a Village: Community support at Templeton Elementary School
Templeton Elementary School staff worked with Community Forklift’s Community Building Blocks program to provide furnishings and other basic needs to student families. Read more on our blog.
A colorful seek and find: Amazon Select Paint at the reuse warehouse
Not only do we sell eco-friendly Amazon Select Paint, but we also use it to spruce up our space at the reuse warehouse! Read our blog for more info.
Before and After: New uses for salvaged materials from Community Forklift
Check out some of the ways Forklift Fans have repurposed materials from our reuse warehouse! Read our blog for more info.
Visit the Smithsonian Folklife Festival to see what’s working in conservation!
Check out sustainability (and a small bit of Community Forklift’s reuse warehouse) down on the mall as part of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival June 30 through July 4! More info in our blog.
Community Partner: Port Towns Elementary School
Community Forklift’s Community Building Blocks Program provided free clothing racks, thermometers, and hand sanitizer to Port Towns Elementary School. Read our blog for more info about the school and how you can support the students!
Vintage History: 215-year-old steamboat berth bed
This 215-year-old solid wood day bed with brass inlay was one of 25 berth beds from the first ocean-going steamboat ‘The Phoenix New Orleans.’ Read our blog for more info and photos of this fascinating piece of nautical history!
Before & After: Creative reuses for salvaged stuff
Check out our blog for some creative ideas using salvaged materials from Community Forklift!