Foundations Furniture

As the new year begins, it’s the perfect time to think about making positive changes for yourself and for others. Volunteering for work experience is a great way to start fresh, meet new people, and make a real difference in your local community. Volunteering for work experience can make a big difference to you and the community! Foundations Furniture is Gateshead's community furniture charity helping thousands of people each year. Giving a bit of your time can help local families who are...

We’re excited to share that both Vintage Vault  and Foundations Furniture  have had a bit of a makeover with brand new signage proudly in place! Foundations Furniture  continues to tackle furniture poverty  by providing low-cost, good-quality preloved furniture and appliances  to local people in need. Every item sold helps us offer free, one-to-one employability support, volunteering opportunities, and pathways back into work. Vintage Vault , our sister shop, gives donated pieces a second...

We're so proud to share our Business Administration Apprentice, Aiden, has been named Outstanding Apprentice of the Year by training provider, Access Training! Aiden (Centre) receiving his reward, with Deputy Shop Manager/Warehouse and Volunteer Coordinator Brett (Right) We’re delighted to share that our apprentice, Aiden, has been named Outstanding Apprentice of the Year at Access Training’s annual awards ceremony in Gateshead this December. The award recognises Aiden’s dedication, growth,...