Kalamazoo community invited to free furniture giveaway by College HUNKS franchise owner

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — The owner of three College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving franchises is giving away gently used furniture and household items for free in Kalamazoo this weekend.

Chad Jacob is inviting the community to his warehouse, located at 2927 Millcork St., on Saturday where couches, recliners, dining sets, desks, dressers, workout equipment, and more will be available — free of charge.

Jacob said the giveaway is something deeply personal to him.

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“Growing up, I barely had any furniture. I’d go to the corner store to ask for milk crates. That was my dresser, my nightstand, sometimes even our chairs,” he said. “Many nights, I sat or slept on the floor. The furniture we did have usually came from someone giving it to us or what we found on the side of the road.”

Organizers said the event goes from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and is first come, first serve. Each vehicle will be limited to one item to ensure many families can benefit, and College HUNKS team members will be on site to assist with loading…

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