29476 Northwestern Hwy, Suite 550 Southfield, Michigan 48034, United States

248.238.8587

248.238.8587

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    • SLEEP WELL, DREAM BIG
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    • DONATE FURNITURE
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    • HOME
    • ABOUT
      • ABOUT
      • HER STORY
      • MISSION & VISION
      • BOARD & LEADERSHIP
      • OUR ACCOUNTABILITY
    • PROGRAMS
      • FROM EMPTY TO EMPOWERED
      • SLEEP WELL, DREAM BIG
      • INCLUSIVE DESIGN
    • IMPACT
      • IMPACT SHAPSHOT
      • FAMILY STORIES
      • MEDIA & PRESS
    • WAYS TO HELP
      • DONATE FURNITURE
      • VOLUNTEER
      • SPONSOR A HOME
      • CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP
      • MONTHLY DONOR
      • SHOP OUR WISH LISTS
    • FOR FUNDERS
      • FUNDER OVERVIEW
      • GRANT DOCUMENTS
  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • ABOUT
    • HER STORY
    • MISSION & VISION
    • BOARD & LEADERSHIP
    • OUR ACCOUNTABILITY
  • PROGRAMS
    • FROM EMPTY TO EMPOWERED
    • SLEEP WELL, DREAM BIG
    • INCLUSIVE DESIGN
  • IMPACT
    • IMPACT SHAPSHOT
    • FAMILY STORIES
    • MEDIA & PRESS
  • WAYS TO HELP
    • DONATE FURNITURE
    • VOLUNTEER
    • SPONSOR A HOME
    • CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP
    • MONTHLY DONOR
    • SHOP OUR WISH LISTS
  • FOR FUNDERS
    • FUNDER OVERVIEW
    • GRANT DOCUMENTS

Empty to Empowered

Cozy living room promoting home transformation and dignity.

From Empty to Empowered – Homeless Re-Entry Program

From Empty to Empowered is Picking Up The Pieces’ signature homeless re-entry program. We support individuals and families who have secured housing after experiencing homelessness but are moving into empty or under-resourced spaces. Through donated furniture, household essentials, volunteer service, and intentional interior design, we help transform empty housing into dignified homes where families can rest, rebuild, and begin again. 

Before and after of a living room cleanup and makeover.

Why It Matters

For many families, receiving housing is a major milestone — but housing alone does not always mean a family has what they need to feel safe, stable, or at home. Many families move in without beds, seating, kitchen items, linens, or basic household essentials. This program helps close that gap during one of the most vulnerable stages of rebuilding. 

Transformation of a dining space from sparse to cozy and inviting.

What We Provide

We provide gently used furniture, beds, bedding, kitchen essentials, bathroom items, household goods, volunteer support, and intentional room setup. Each home transformation is designed to support dignity, routine, comfort, and long-term stability. 

Living room transformation with a cozy sofa and vibrant decor.

Who We Serve

We serve individuals and families transitioning from homelessness into housing, with a special focus on households with children, survivors rebuilding after crisis, and families referred through trusted community partners.  

Bedroom transformed from cluttered mess to clean, organized space.

Program Outcomes

A furnished, thoughtfully prepared home can reduce stress, support emotional well-being, and help families build daily routines after homelessness. By providing essential furniture and household items, the program reduces the financial burden of furnishing a home on limited income and helps families focus on stability, rest, and rebuilding their future. 

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 Picking Up The Pieces is a registered 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization | Tax ID: 93-1783060

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