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- Sarah
Record-Breaking Year: 15,000 Families Supported
We're proud to announce that HFS has supported over 15,000 families this year, our biggest impact yet. This milestone represents thousands of hours of volunteer time, generous donations, and a community coming together to tackle furniture poverty.
- Community, Impact, Milestone
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- Eco-Living, Impact
At Hastings and Rother Furniture Service, we see every day how a simple idea can make a real difference. The circular economy—keeping items in use for as long as possible rather than throwing them away—isn’t just a concept. It’s something we put into practice across our community.
- Eco-Living, Shop
Our stock at the Essentials Store changes daily, with new items arriving all the time. While we can’t guarantee specific pieces, there’s always a range of good-quality, affordable furniture and household essentials available. We encourage customers to visit regularly to see what’s in store—you never know what you might find.
- Campaign
Local households can now get free, independent energy-saving advice at the Hastings Furniture Service (HFS) store in Priory Meadow thanks to a new partnership between HFS and Energise Sussex Coast.
- Community
We work closely with local authorities, housing providers and support organisations to supply low-cost, good-quality reused furniture to people who need it most. But demand is rising—and it’s putting increasing pressure on what we can provide.
- Volunteers
Ronald has been volunteering with HFS for over 10 years as a Delivery and Collection Assistant. He gives his time two days a week and thoroughly enjoys the camaraderie of working with the team
- Eco-Living, Shop
Discover our expanded eco-friendly furniture collection featuring upcycled pieces and sustainable home goods that are better for the planet.
- Community, Volunteers
Last week we celebrated our incredible volunteers who donate thousands of hours each year to make our mission possible. Thank you!
- Impact, Partnership
We're delighted to announce a new partnership that will help us reach even more families in need across Hastings and St Leonards.
- Community, Fundraising
Our annual community fundraiser exceeded all expectations, raising £50,000 to support our free furniture service for families in need.
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