Frequently Asked Questions

Individuals and families who are transitioning out of homelessness into stable housing are referred to us by partnering agencies, including shelters and human services organizations, who authorize and guide the referral process. There is no direct application process.

If you or someone you know is seeking assistance from Humble Design, there are alternative avenues to explore. One option is to reach out to The Furniture Bank in your area. Additionally, you can visit the 211.org website for additional sources of assistance in your area. We appreciate your understanding and consideration in not burdening the case managers of our partnering agencies with direct requests for referral.

Clients either work with our partnering agencies who help them secure housing, or find it on their own. Having housing already secured is a requirement to be referred. We do not help or provide housing for the clients.

Humble Design supports families in need by furnishing their homes as they transition out of homelessness into stable housing. Through our compassionate efforts, we create warm and welcoming environments, empowering families to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

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We welcome donations of your furniture and household items that are in good condition and suitable for furnishing homes. Please reach out to us to coordinate the donation process and ensure that your generosity directly impacts those in need. Click the link to the city you wish to donate your gently used or new furniture and housewares Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, or San Diego.

We gladly accept donations of furniture and household items that are in good condition and suitable for furnishing homes. Examples include sofas, beds, tables, chairs, dressers, kitchenware, decor and linens. Your generous contributions help us create warm and welcoming environments for families in need. Each individual city page has a “Donation Cheatsheet” with more detailed specifications.

We welcome volunteers who are passionate about our mission and eager to contribute their time and skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. To get involved, simply click the volunteer button on the city page you are available to volunteer in to see a list of opportunities.

Humble Design is in four states/locations currently (Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, and San Diego). Our presence in select areas allows us to focus our efforts and resources effectively to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness. To view our current locations, simply access the 'cities' dropdown menu in the navigation bar.

We're actively looking for ways to expand into additional metro areas.

To stay updated on the latest news, events, and initiatives from Humble Design, we invite you to sign up for our newsletters at the bottom of the page. Additionally, you can follow us on social media platforms to engage with our community and see firsthand the impact of our work. Your support and involvement mean the world to us!

Yes, indeed! We have some exciting events and fundraisers on the horizon. Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, and San Diego will be having their annual Welcome Home events this fall. When more specific information is available it will be on the events tab in the navigation bar. To stay in the loop and learn more about these upcoming opportunities to support our mission, we encourage you to sign up for our newsletters and follow us on social media. Your participation in our events and fundraisers helps us make a positive difference in the lives of families transitioning out of homelessness.