Uhuru Furniture & Collectibles: Royal Blue Microfiber Sectional SOLD

The Economic Crisis Isn't Colorblind

Huffington Post, September 7, 2012 As is true with so many aspects of American life, when it comes to the impact of the economic crisis, race matters: According to the Pew Research Center, the median wea lth of white households has grown to 20 times that of black households and 18 times that of Hispanic households. The report noted the historic significance of such pronounced inequality, as the gap is the largest since such data collection started over a century ago. Click the photo to read more...

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Testimonials

" Uhuru is great! I've bought and donated pieces. It's a wonderful place to shop." - S. Williams

"Great finds... Great buys... Great people... Great cause..." - Tonne S.

"I love volunteering at Uhuru Furniture because I am a part of a team that loves to give back to the community." Saybah N.

"I've been shopping at UHURU for more than 15 years. At UHURU I find one of a kind quality pieces, knick knacks, furniture etc. Being a freelance interior decorator with limited funds during this economy, UHURU offers great deals, and the staff is very friendly and helpful. I love UHURU." - Finesse R.

"You're single-handedly helping me pull my apartment together. You're helping me create a home." - Isa

"You know we'll be back. this is OUR place" Attia & Muhammad

"You have some really great stuff. I should have come a long time ago." - Jennifer H.

"Just a small drop of humanity does a world of good. I'm so glad that i could maeka donation to such a worth cause." - Toni T.

"We love coming to Uhuru and discovering really nice finds for furnishing our historic home. It is great to know that proceeds from our purchase go to the African People's Education and Defense Fund." -John & Ann C.

"Uhuru FUrniture always has great unique furniture that is in great condition. I have been coming to Uhuru since 1996 when my oldest daghter was only 2 years old. The staff here is always very friendly and helpful." - Linda, Aliyah, Autumn & Adia

"I was stalking your blog for weeks for the perfect piece. Great place... Lots of great stuff, worth the ride and it's people helping people" - Tracey

"I saw you in Clark Park & really liked the mission." - Nikki

"All three of our children have furnished their apartments from here. More than once." - Bernie & Charlie

"This is our favorite store!" - Lisa & Kristen

"Uhuru Furniture has been the most gratifying furniture experience of my life - picked up gorgeous, one-of-a-kind pieces from the 1940s era. Wonderful service as well!" - Alyssa L.

"We just got here from New York and we needed a place to lay our head, a desk to write on and a chair to sit." - Gertrude

"While my brother was visiting in Philly we walked by Uhuru and I told him how great the store is. He then surprised me with a gift card for my birthday!" - Lisa K.

"Great products...Great prices...Great mission...and a really friendly staff too :-)" - Mahmoud

"I've been coming here for years. There are new pieces to see every day. The staff & volunteers are friendly and helpful and they deliver right to your apartment! It's also a good place to donate furniture when you move because they will pick it up. For one-of-a-kind affordable furniture, definitely go to Uhuru!" - V.L.

"You guys are doing a great job! Keep going! This is definitely the best place to buy furniture in Philly. I'm constantly checking the blog for deals." - Pilar

"It was a pleasure volunteering for Uhuru Furniture. I am honored to be a positive assistance to a great cause. I would recommend anybody for volunteer work at this great place of business. I will be back to donate more of my time towards the positive causes that be." - Christopher S.

"I'm so glad I found this place - it's such a great find." - Laura

"It's just a pleasant place to shop And there's something new every day and the price is RIGHT." - Debra K.

"Every time I think about donating, I think of Uhuru immediately because I know you guys are making very good use of it." - Jose

"I absolutely fell in love with Uhuru Furniture last night on my way to yoga! The highlight of my shopping experience was finding a furniture piece identical to the night stands my parents had. I'm excited that 100% of the profits go towards APEDF's community based programs. Totally LOVE this store, yay! xoxo - Keli of Yoga Peach

"Every day first thing I do is check your blog for the great deals you offer - you can't beat it! I'm down here weekly to catch the best bargains and really nice furniture. I even advertise your site on my blog" - Linda (linzeescene.blogspot.com)

"Uhuru Furniture helped to make my move to Philly as easy and stress free as possible. I couldn't ask for a friendlier and more helpful staff or better selection. In fact, after this I wouldn't buy from anyone else! All for a great cause as well."- Elizabeth

"Our favorite time of the day is when the Uhuru truck pulls up in the morning! There's nothing like being the first to scope out all the good stuff." - Jennifer H. & Catherine F.

"We are honored to support this great cause with our furniture donation." - Ari & Natalie

“We love this store because it is an opportunity to help and create a better world for our children.” - Carmen & Laura

"I don't know why people go to freakin' Pottery Barn, this place has awesome stuff!" - Melinda

“Uhuru Furniture and it’s cause have been a part of my life for a very long time and I’m proud to be a customer. What an awesome feeling to donate to such a fantastic mission. It’s changing people’s lives and helping people.” - Sean

“I love Uhuru Furniture. I support their mission to help African Americans’ culture and community. Their prices are very reasonable. I pass through every week to show support. Also, the service and staff are very helpful and welcoming. I look forward to stopping by.” - Karlika

"Uhuru Furniture has filled my home with treasures. Happy to have my money go to a good cause." - Maria D.

"It's good for the neighborhood. I's reasonable, it's for a great cause and delivery is a bargain." - Seymour M. (Washington Square Real Estate)

"I love it, love love love it, unique and different, best prices, friendly I love this place I tell my friends, and business partners. I just told a bunch of people this week. They say "How do you spell it again?" - Nancy G. (Real Estate Investor & Stager)

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