Community Forklift

Community Forklift A reuse nonprofit that diverts new and gently used materials from the landfill and redistributes them to the community for free or at low cost.
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You can donate your unneeded building materials, appliances, furniture, and housewares, and we'll redistribute them to the community! You can also shop for needed items at our nonprofit reuse warehouse, open to the public every day from 12 to 5 pm. Donations are tax-deductible and you can find complete donation guidelines on our website at www.CommunityForklift.org/donate. Thank you for supporting

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06/23/2026

This beautiful kitchen backsplash started with a visit to Community Forklift!

When a homeowner was renovating their new home, they found salvaged tile at Community Forklift to complete their kitchen backsplash: 70 square feet for just $15 per box. It was their first visit to Community Forklift and while the warehouse felt a little overwhelming at first, our staff helped them find exactly what they needed.

Projects like this are a great reminder that salvaged materials can help make a home beautiful while saving money and reducing landfill waste. Visit our reuse warehouse (https://www.communityforklift.org/shop/reuse-warehouse/) to get started on your own project!

Thanks for sharing your project with us, and congratulations on your new home!

Reuse doesn't happen by itself. Behind every donation, sale, and community program is a hardworking team that helps make...
06/21/2026

Reuse doesn't happen by itself. Behind every donation, sale, and community program is a hardworking team that helps make it all possible. Join us!

We're currently hiring a Finance Coordinator to support the day-to-day financial operations of Community Forklift, including bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, payroll support, and financial recordkeeping.

If you're organized, detail-oriented, and excited to support a mission-driven nonprofit, we'd love to hear from you. Learn more and apply: https://www.communityforklift.org/about/careers/

Creating space for growth and grace.With free salvaged materials from Community Forklift's Community Building Blocks (CB...
06/19/2026

Creating space for growth and grace.

With free salvaged materials from Community Forklift's Community Building Blocks (CBB) program, Eastern Middle School transformed a vision for student well-being into a welcoming Wellness Room where students can pause, recharge, and find support throughout the school day.

Congratulations to Eastern Middle School and everyone who helped bring this project to life. We’re pleased to have provided free materials through our CBB program, which supports nonprofits and community organizations working to strengthen our region.

Read the full story on our blog: https://www.communityforklift.org/school-wellness-room-donated-furniture/

Eastern Middle School PTSA - Silver Spring, MD Montgomery County Public Schools

06/19/2026

These SMR (Surgical Medical Research, Inc) adjustable exam chairs are in excellent condition! The pump action bases work and the ribbed upholstery is awesome. 💚💛

06/18/2026

This vintage revolving drum table is begging for a sunny corner, a wingback chair, and a book.

06/18/2026

Super slick dresser with slanted drawer fronts

Reuse is about preserving materials and it's also about supporting our neighbors.When a senior living on a limited incom...
06/17/2026

Reuse is about preserving materials and it's also about supporting our neighbors.

When a senior living on a limited income in Washington, DC, lost the use of her oven and needed air conditioning during the summer months, Community Forklift's Home Essentials Program (HELP) was able to provide a free gently used stove and two window AC units.

Her daughter later shared: "Thank you so much for your help in securing a stove and air conditioning units for my mom's house... You have made a great impact on our family's day-to-day living."

Stories like this show how donated home goods can make an immediate difference for families facing unexpected challenges. If you'd like to help support programs like HELP, please consider making a financial contribution to Community Forklift. Every gift helps us continue reducing waste and supporting our community.

Learn more: communityforklift.org/donate/donate-funds/

"It's just perfect!"One Forklift Fan had been casually searching for a vintage flush-mount light for their dining room. ...
06/11/2026

"It's just perfect!"

One Forklift Fan had been casually searching for a vintage flush-mount light for their dining room. They needed something low-profile for the space, but didn't want to sacrifice character and style.

They spotted this pan light at our reuse warehouse and a few days later it was installed and shining in its new home, adding exactly the charm they had been hoping for.

We love seeing salvaged architectural treasures find their perfect match. Thank you for sharing these before-and-after photos!

Move-out day doesn’t have to be throw-out day!A big thank you to Georgetown University, the Office of Sustainability, an...
06/10/2026

Move-out day doesn’t have to be throw-out day!

A big thank you to Georgetown University, the Office of Sustainability, and Office of Neighborhood Life for partnering with us during this year's Move-Out Drive!

Each year, graduating and departing students have the opportunity to donate furniture, housewares, clothing, and other useful items rather than sending them to the landfill. Our team is proud to help collect and redistribute these materials so they can continue serving our community. Thank you to everyone who donated and helped give these items a second life through reuse!

Have materials you no longer need? Learn how to donate and keep them in use at https://www.communityforklift.org/donate/.

When Ms. G's refrigerator stopped working, she was left trying to support her four children through the summer without a...
06/10/2026

When Ms. G's refrigerator stopped working, she was left trying to support her four children through the summer without a reliable way to keep food fresh and without air conditioning in the children's bedrooms. Through Community Forklift's Home Essentials Program, she received a gently used refrigerator and two window AC units, helping bring comfort and stability back to her home.

This is the power of reuse. Donated items don't just stay out of the landfill, but they also help neighbors meet real needs and create healthier, safer homes.

Thank you to everyone who donates, shops, and supports our mission. Together, we're building a stronger community through reuse.

Learn more about the Home Essentials Program: https://www.communityforklift.org/programs/HELP/

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4671 Tanglewood Drive
Edmonston, MD
20781

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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