Housing to Home – Meet Sophia

Annalee Sawiak, Chief Sustainability Officer at Furniture Bank, driving sustainability and expansion.

Sophia's Story

Furniture Bank Impact Story

A an Indigenous, single mom with eight boys, Sophia faced many barriers to get to where she is today. Here’s a glimpse of some of the obstacles she’s overcome to establish a new home for her family.

Sophia’s story, which was captured as part of our House to Home program, highlights the transformative power of furniture.

Want to help more families like Sophia’s?

It costs Furniture Bank $250 to deliver furniture to family. Make a financial donation today and help more families like Sophia’s live with the dignity, comfort, and stability of a furnished home.

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