Initiative helps most vulnerable

A charity preventing homelessness has launched an initiative allowing people to donate and buy pre-loved furniture.

Right There says the the Furnish Forward initiative will help the charity furnish over 500 homes it provides across Glasgow for people experiencing homelessness.

It will also generate funds for its work across Scotland by selling some items in the new Furnish Forward shop.

Right There CEO, Janet Haugh said: “At Right There we believe everyone deserves a safe place to call home, and our Furnish Forward initiative is a really practical way people can help individuals and families achieve this.

“We created this initiative as we want to support people who are experiencing homelessness to have comfortable homes. By collecting and redistributing quality pre-loved furniture - through our programmes like supported accommodation or short-term housing - we help turn properties into homes, providing dignity and stability to those starting anew.

"It’s not just about furniture – it’s about creating a space where people can feel safe, relaxed, and truly themselves.

“We quickly realised that the benefits extend beyond that. Furniture that doesn’t go directly into the homes of the people we support will find new life in our lovely shop, with every sale helping to fund our other programmes.

"And to add to that, the person donating the furniture knows that their items will be loved a little bit longer, whilst helping people at the toughest of times.” 

The new Furnish Forward store is located in Unit E2, Rosemount Business Park, 141-145 Charles Street, G21 2QA.

Members of the public are encouraged to donate pre-loved items including wardrobes, sofas, armchairs, chest of drawers and more to support the initiative.