Circular Economy Spotlight: Seattle Reconomy
The Repair Bank is proud to be connected with many organizations in Washington that are similarly focused on the circular economy of reuse, repair, and recycling…
Repair Bank News Brief
A lot can happen in three months — In addition to the Repair Days, group events, deliveries, and collection events, here are a few highlights from this winter!
Why I Can’t Let Go of My Ugly Green Couch (and What That Has to Do With Circularity)
Last week, I was talking with a friend about furniture. She mentioned they’d just upgraded their couch and a few other pieces…
Before & After - Winter 2025
Just a sampling of some of the pieces that were revived by hundreds of hard-working volunteers this winter…
Impacts - Winter 2025
After a much-deserved holiday break and a fresh workshop reset, we dove headfirst into 2025 with hammers swinging and energy soaring!
Transfer Station Collections in Action
In our last newsletter, we shared the news of our initiative partnering with Seattle Public Utilities to reduce furniture waste at the source…
Impacts - Fall 2024
This fall our repair events remained strong all the way up to the holiday break…
Before & After - Fall 2024
Just a sampling of some of the pieces that were revived by hundreds of hard-working volunteers this past fall…
Before & After - Spring/Summer 2024
This spring and summer dozens of hard-working volunteers contributed to reviving these pieces of furniture and more.
Workforce Development in Action
In December of last year, we were awarded a Green Equity Initiative Grant from the BECU Foundation...
Grants & Gifts from Corporate Volunteers
As a non-profit effort, every financial show of support we receive is welcome and appreciated...
Impacts - Spring & Summer 2024
This spring our group repair events increased significantly and kept steady throughout the summer...
Earth Month at the Repair Bank
A very busy Earth Month kicked off spring with a bang at the Repair Bank!
Repair Bank News Brief
Just a little news round-up of the other happenings at the Repair Bank this spring and summer!
Partner Spotlight: Congolese Integration Network of Seattle
Our organization partners with a variety of non-profits and faith organizations that utilize our services to provide additional help to community members they support…
Summit Sierra School Expeditions Experience
One of the primary goals of Furniture Repair Bank is to promote and foster the skills of repair, refinishing, and redesign…
Before & After - Winter 2024
This winter dozens of hard-working volunteers contributed to reviving these pieces of furniture and more.
Impacts - Winter 2024
This winter we hosted many group repair events, significantly increased our individual volunteer numbers, and of course…
Repair Bank News Brief
Just a little news round up of some special things that have been happening at the Repair Bank this winter!