The Moving Support Project helps formerly unhoused people secure furniture to make their space into a real home. The Project started as a response to a request from New Alternatives for LGBTQ+ Homeless Youth, and we have expanded to provide moving support to more individuals and families referred to us by Unlock NYC.
We search for all kinds of furniture and coordinate with people who are willing to donate their items. Then, on move days, a group of volunteers mobilizes to drive a 14-ft truck around the city, pick up furniture, bring it to the new home and help organize the space.
Over 4 years, we have completed 70+ moves for 110+ Movees. We have delivered 90+ beds, courtesy of generous New Yorkers who've donated their gently used mattresses and bed frames.
All donations to the Project go to move-day expenses (e.g. truck rentals, gas, volunteer lunch, etc). We accept furniture donations (we can provide in-kind donation receipts for taxes) and are actively recruiting volunteers to join our team. For more information on how to donate furniture, time, space, or otherwise assist the project, email the Moving Support Team at movingsupport @ homeisahumanright .com.