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Investing in Potential: Furnish Hope Internship Program
What happens when a young person is given an opportunity, a chance to learn and someone willing to believe in them? At Furnish Hope, we've seen confidence grow, new talents emerge, and possibilities begin to take shape. That's the idea behind our internship program.
Why Now? The Next Chapter of Hope
Why now? This is a question we've been asked often as we prepare for our next chapter. The answer goes far beyond expanding our space. Our Hope Needs an Address capital campaign is about about creating a place where hope is experienced, not just delivered.
Partner Spotlight: Mission Increase and 710 Properties
For six years, Mission Increase has strengthened our fundraising, leadership and organizational capacity. Now, through an innovative project called 710 Properties, that same spirit of investment is being multiplied to create long-term support for nonprofits across Central Oregon.
A Home to Call Her Own
After fleeing an abusive relationship, Ana found more than a place to live. She found security, confidence and a renewed sense of possibility. Being able to choose the furnishings that made the home her own was an important part of that journey, reminding her that she had the strength to shape what came next.
Four Years of Shopping with Purpose
Four years ago, Furnish Hope & Home opened its doors with a simple vision: create a different kind of retail experience where people could shop with purpose. Today, the impact goes far beyond what’s on the shelves.
Partner Spotlight: Shell Gas & Storage 2U
Since 2019, Shell Gas Station and Storage 2U have helped keep Furnish Hope moving - providing the fuel, flexibility and steadfast support needed to carry hope across Central Oregon.
A New Beginning for Shirley
When Shirley's life took an unexpected turn, she found herself starting over with her children in an empty home. What she didn't expect was a community ready to surround her with kindness as she began building a new future.
Through the Lens: Our Team’s Reflections
Meet Kailyn Neil - Furnish Hope’s Program Manager and the heart behind our recipient experience. In her role, Kailyn is often the first person to share the exciting news that a family will receive furniture for their home.
Progress Behind the Scenes
Our future home is one step closer to becoming a reality: renovations continue, permits are moving through the approval process and our capital campaign advances. We invite you to follow the progress and celebrate each milestone.
Partner Spotlight: Quality Drilling & Blasting and Inspirational Giving
Showing up is one of the most powerful forms of generosity. For the past four years, Inspirational Giving and Quality Drilling & Blasting have done just that.
Hope is Taking Shape
Our project partners and volunteers have been hard at work over the past few weeks bringing new life to a 100-year-old space, and the transformation is already underway thanks to their hands and hearts. Take a look at the progress so far.
When Life Takes an Unexpected Turn
Jenny's family never imagined they would have to leave their home and start over. When an unexpected discovery made their house unsafe, they found themselves rebuilding from scratch. Read how they found hope, stability and support during a season that changed everything.
Furnish Hope Has a New Home
Hope has a new address! With the purchase of our home at 355 NE 2nd Street, a long-held vision is becoming reality - expanding our capacity to serve while reimagining how we support individuals and families with dignity, choice and a more personal path to home.
Powered by Purpose
Thanks to support from Oregon Clean Fuels Program and Pacific Power, we are the proud owners of a new electric car and van, powering the work we do in a whole new way!
Partner Spotlight: Les Schwab Tire Centers
A steadfast partner, Les Schwab Tire Centers helps fund trucks, trailers and tire replacements to ensure furnishings reach homes safely. Their support keeps hope moving across Central Oregon year after year.
Seen, Supported and Finding Home
Rebuilding felt out of reach for Trish. Through determination, she secured housing, and with Furnish Hope, an empty space began to become a home—and a renewed sense of hope for what comes next. Most of all, she experienced what it means to be seen, supported and reminded that people care.
A Night That Brought Hope Home & Raised Over $365K!
In one memorable evening hosted in Furnish Hope’s new home, our CHAIRitable Event community raised enough money to help furnish 365 homes in the coming months. That’s 365 families whose lives will be touched with comfort, dignity and hope. All because of you.
Story of Hope: From Uncertainty to Home
Before losing their home, Jacqueline and her grandson Wyatt were already navigating serious health and mental health challenges that reshaped their lives. What followed was an unexpected journey - one marked by resilience, love and an unwavering belief in a better future. Today, their story is one of hope.
Through the Lens: Our Team’s Reflections
Furnish Hope Development Manager Crystal Garnett shares her family’s journey and why she connects so deeply to our mission. She knows firsthand that a house becomes a home through dignity, community and hope.
A Home for New Beginnings
Furnish Hope recently had the privilege of helping prepare The Juniper House to welcome its first residents. This is a powerful story of vision, courage and community coming together to create space for true new beginnings.

