Mission

The mission of The Mustard Seed Furniture and Clothing Bank is to help rebuild the lives of families and individuals who have suffered disaster or personal tragedy by providing household furnishings and clothing while being environmentally responsible to our community.

Vision

The Mustard Seed vision is that the provision of basic household furniture may set the stage for individuals to achieve restored dignity and self-esteem, enabling them to move ahead and take control of their futures.

Values

The Team Members of the Mustard Seed of Central Florida Furniture and Clothing Bank treat our family and all other families and or individuals with respect and compassion.

Integrity

We foster trust by being sincere and honest in all of our dealings both with those who call our agency partner, as well as those in our community who lean upon us for support.

Respect

We remain humble and teachable before one another and those we serve, ensuring client dignity even in the most troubling of circumstances.

Commitment

Our community can depend upon each member of our team to show loyalty to our clients in service to our mission.

Compassion

Each member of our team seeks to bring peace to our clients through selfless service. We provide genuine caring and concern, showing empathy with patience and understanding, knowing we play a key role in creating the community we desire.

Service

We bear the responsibility of meeting the needs we declare in our mission statement, inviting and fostering cooperation from other social service agencies to continuously strengthen our combined ability to mitigate the strife of people in crisis.

After a Devastating House Fire, Geraldine Rebuilds Her Home and Hope

Geraldine never imagined that a fire would take away the home she shared with her two adult sons. Geraldine lives with an ongoing medical condition and relies on her sons for support. “They’re still going to be my babies,” she said with a smile. Together, they are more than a household—they …

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The Home Symone Never Stopped Working Toward

When Symone Davis and her 11-year-old daughter found stable housing after experiencing homelessness, it marked the beginning of a new chapter. But like many families rebuilding after a crisis, having a place to live was only part of the challenge. Turning that empty apartment into a home felt overwh…

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Kiara’s Strength, Furnished with Hope

When Kiara became homeless in July 2025, she had seven children depending on her and no easy path forward. For months, she lived in a hotel with her family, first through temporary support and later by paying the weekly cost on her own with one income. “It was a lot,” Kiara shared. “You don’…

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Latest News

Transform Lives Through Powerful Partnership: Sponsor Raise the Table 2027

October 5, 2026

A table is more than a piece of furniture.

It is where meals are shared, homework gets finished, birthdays are celebrated, and families reconnect at the end of the day. It is often the center of a home—a place where everyday moments become memories.

For families rebuilding after homeless… read more

before and after receiving furniture assistance

The Mustard Seed Furniture Program: A Client’s Guide to Receiving Furniture Assistance

September 9, 2026

Starting over after a disaster or personal tragedy can feel overwhelming. Maybe you have just moved into a new home after experiencing homelessness. Maybe a fire or flood destroyed everything you owned. Maybe you have spent months living in a hotel while waiting for insurance or housing assistance t… read more