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Freedom House Ministries is thrilled to highlight an ongoing partnership with WG&R Furniture. Their generous donations of beds and mattresses have been instrumental in providing a safe and comfortable environment for families experiencing homelessness.
When the current Freedom House shelter opened in 2020, WG&R Furniture provided 32 twin/full bunk bed frames and 64 mattresses. This generous gift ensured that every new resident had a place to sleep comfortably.
Over the years, this partnership has continued to grow through their Brighter Dreams Project. Since 2021, WG&R has generously donated 75 additional mattresses.
“Since our Brighter Dreams program formally kicked off in December of 2020, we have donated over 1,300 beds to children in need,” said WG&R Executive Assistant, Melissa Laabs. “Just saying that sentence gives me a whirlwind of emotions – it makes me sad to know the need is so great and continues to grow; it makes me proud to work for a company that is intentional about giving back to the community; and, finally, I am humbled to contribute my efforts to this vital program.”
These donations have made a significant difference in the lives of countless families. One such family is a mother and her 17-year-old daughter. After living in their car for two months, they moved into Freedom House in late August. The mother had been struggling with health concerns about her diabetes that were exacerbated by the lack of electricity and proper medical equipment in the car for her medications. She had barely slept in weeks and was desperate for a bed to call her own.
“Our partnership with WG&R Furniture has been a game-changer for Freedom House Ministries,” Freedom House Executive Director Jen Schmohe said. “Their generous donations of beds and mattresses have provided a vital foundation for the families we serve. It’s more than just a place to sleep; it’s a symbol of hope and stability.”
Thanks to WG&R’s generous donation, she was able to get a good night’s sleep for the first time in months.
We are proud of the partnership with WG&R Furniture and for their continued support of Freedom House Ministries. With over 250 individuals in shelter each year. This ongoing need for replacement mattresses is a testament to WG&R commitment to families experiencing homelessness. These new mattresses provide adults and children with a good night’s sleep as they move toward independence.