by Kana Ruhalter and Arun Rath On this week’s edition of the Joy Beat, we’re celebrating an Acton-based nonprofit. All across Massachusetts, many have made that first giant step toward stability and secured housing. But building a home doesn’t stop there. What about a...
By Penny Kmitt. April 8, 2024 – CBS Boston ACTON – A Massachusetts non-profit is putting out the call for used furniture to provide a fresh start to local families in need. Household Goods in Acton is an organization that through donations helps people who have...
Dozens of Household Goods volunteers created an orange wave of appreciation for the arrival of 140 new mattresses donated by Mark’s Moving & Storage, Inc. Beds are one of the most critical items we provide, free of charge, to thousands of families in need...
“In Acton, you will find Household Goods. What was once a small operation from Barbara and Ira Smith’s carport, has turned into a 20,000-square-foot showroom for those in need.” So opens a recent segment on WCVB-TV’s Chronicle that featured...
Patty Mahoney, The Beacon – As part of our Volunteer of the Week Series, the Beacon spotlights folks making a difference in the community through volunteerism. This week the Beacon acknowledges Acton residents Barbara and Ira Smith, founders of Household Goods...
It happened here! WBZ-CBS Boston reporter Kate Merrill was at Household Goods to tape a segment for her feature It Happens Here. The segment aired on Friday.
