We Give Back: Supporting Youth Education and Nature Conservation
At The Home Collection, we believe in giving back to the communities that inspire us. A percentage of every purchase supports youth education programs and environmental conservation efforts. When you shop with us, you're not just buying beautiful furniture and home decor—you're making a difference.
Below are the nonprofit organizations we've supported in our commitment to creating positive change.
Youth Education Organizations We Support
Kid Powers
Empowering Youth in Washington, D.C.
Kid Powers inspires youth leadership by promoting academic advancement, physical and emotional wellness, and positive civic engagement in underserved communities throughout the District of Columbia.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Website: Kid Powers
Horton's Kids
Building Brighter Futures in Southeast DC
Founded in 1989, Horton's Kids was built on the idea that dedicated service can change lives. We began as an all-volunteer operation, established by former Capitol Hill staffer Karin Walser. Over the years, our efforts have shifted to work in tandem with families in Southeast DC, to co-create programs that remove barriers to success, and help every member of the family thrive.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Focus: Youth development, family support, educational programs
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington
Developing Tomorrow's Leaders
Serving kids and teens through an adopted strategy created by the National Headquarters to ensure Academic Success, Good Character and Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Programs: After-school programs, mentorship, leadership development
So What Else
Enriching Lives Through Education & Arts
So What Else's mission is to improve the lives of children and families living in underserved communities in the Baltimore-Washington Metro Area by providing food security, access to basic necessities, and high-quality out-of-school time programs in literacy, athletics, and the visual and performing arts while inspiring young people to give back to the community by creating volunteer opportunities for citizens of all ages.
Location: Baltimore-Washington Metro Area
Focus: Literacy programs, arts education, food security, youth volunteering
Hearts & Homes for Youth
Supporting Youth Through Trauma and Beyond
Hearts & Homes for Youth is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, mental health issues, homelessness, and other trauma, to make positive life choices and build brighter futures.
Location: Burtonsville, Maryland
Services: Housing support, mental health resources, life skills training
Nature Conservation Organizations We Support
Student Conservation Association (SCA)
Protecting the Environment for Future Generations
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is a leading organization that provides hands-on environmental conservation programs for young adults and youth. Since its establishment in 1957, SCA has been dedicated to empowering the next generation to become stewards of the environment.
Location: Arlington, Virginia
Programs: Conservation internships, trail building, habitat restoration, environmental education
Website: Student Conservation Association
Environmental Defense Fund
Science-Driven Climate Solutions
The Environmental Defense Fund is driven by science and economics, with a strong commitment to climate justice. We work in areas where we can make the greatest impact, on projects that matter, and with people who share our passion for the environment.
Location: New York, NY (Headquarters)
Focus: Climate change solutions, ecosystem protection, sustainable communities
Website: Environmental Defense Fund
Community Support Organizations
L'Arche GWDC
Creating Inclusive Communities
L'Arche GWDC provides housing and support services to adults with intellectual disabilities, and serves hundreds of people in the wider community, of many different backgrounds, by offering a place of belonging and growth.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Mission: Disability inclusion, community building, independent living support
Best Buddies International
Building Friendships & Opportunities
Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Location: Washington, D.C.
Programs: Friendship matching, employment support, leadership training
The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command
Serving Those in Crisis
The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command serves anyone in crisis in the District, Suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Whether it's a hot meal, help paying a bill or a more long-term solution.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Services: Emergency assistance, food programs, housing support, disaster relief
Federal Communications Bar Association Foundation
Supporting DC Community Services
The Foundation supports communications-related and other community services and educational projects in Washington DC community.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Focus: Community services, educational initiatives
How Your Purchase Makes an Impact
When you choose The Home Collection for your furniture, home decor, and art needs, you're contributing to meaningful change:
✓ Youth Education – Supporting after-school programs, literacy initiatives, and educational opportunities for underserved children
✓ Nature Conservation – Funding environmental protection, habitat restoration, and sustainability programs
✓ Community Support – Helping organizations provide essential services to those in need
✓ Local Impact – Partnering with DC-area nonprofits serving our communities
Every piece of furniture you buy, every art print you hang, every home decor item you love—contributes to these vital programs.
Our Commitment to Social Responsibility
The Home Collection was founded on the belief that business can be a force for good. We're committed to:
- Transparent giving – A percentage of all sales goes directly to our nonprofit partners
- Long-term partnerships – Building lasting relationships with organizations we support
- Community focus – Prioritizing local and regional nonprofits making direct impact
- Environmental responsibility – Supporting conservation alongside sustainable business practices
- Youth investment – Believing that education and opportunity create lasting change
Join Us in Making a Difference
Shop our collection of curated furniture, home decor, and art and become part of our giving-back community.
Want to learn more about these organizations? Visit their websites directly to discover volunteer opportunities, additional ways to donate, or to stay informed about their programs.
Questions about our giving-back initiatives? Contact us – we'd love to hear from you.
Thank you for supporting The Home Collection and helping us create positive change through youth education, nature conservation, and community support. Together, we're building a better future.