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Meet Andrew in the Lighting Department
Andrew in the lighting department works with the thousands of lights that Community Forklift redistributes to the community every year. Learn more about Andrew and salvaged lighting on our blog!
Our free Donation Pickup Service … and its limits!
Why are there limits on Community Forklift’s free donation pickup service? Read our blog to learn more about how we operate and how to request a donation pickup!
Donor Spotlight: Sonder
Thanks to Sonder for supporting our community and the environment with a donation of much-needed appliances! Read our blog for more info.
Reuse, community support, and salvaged gravestones: a visit from WUSA9’s Adam Longo
WUSA9’s Adam Longo recently visited Community Forklift’s reuse warehouse and took a tour with CEO Nancy J. Meyer. Watch the video on our blog!
Prepare to be inspired! Creative upcycling projects from Forklift Fans
We’re always impressed by the creativity and ingenuity of the people who visit the Community Forklift reuse warehouse. Read our blog to see some of their creative projects!
Nominate Community Forklift for BEST GREEN BUSINESS!
Please take a few minutes and help our nonprofit reuse center win BEST GREEN BUSINESS for the eighth year in a row! Visit the blog for more info.
Warehouse Secrets: salvaged objects with features in disguise
A few of the items in the reuse warehouse right now are keeping some secrets!
Donation Explanation: The reasons behind our Donation Guidelines
Our reuse warehouse is the creative hub and means by which your used materials find a new home. So why are some materials accepted while others are not?
A hidden treasure trove of history on a deconstruction project
You never know what hidden treasures you’ll find when working with salvaged materials! Check out these interesting items found behind an antique fireplace mantel during a deconstruction project!










