Helping people establish new homes and lasting friendships, one upcycled masterpiece at a time.

Reclaim the Future is a charitable organization that offers a safe space to connect with others and enjoy the benefits of creative expression through upcycling furniture.

Our workshops are suited to those who are looking to establish a new home after experiencing trauma.

We want you to join our team
of movers and shakers!

We're expanding our team of passionate volunteers to help us continue providing services to those who have suffered trauma.

While our primary focus is supporting domestic violence survivors, we’re committed to answering the needs of many different groups in our community, and we need YOU to make it happen!

We are looking for volunteers with a wide variety of skills and talents, including but not limited to:

  • Social Media

  • Grant Writing

  • Bookkeeping

  • Events

  • Public Relations

  • Fundraising

  • Sausage Sizzling

  • General helping hands / feet on the ground

If you’re passionate about giving back to your community, we want you! You can contribute as much or as little time and expertise as you can. Your support will be cherished, and you’ll be a part of something bigger than yourself—helping survivors of trauma to reclaim their sense of self.

contact@reclaimthefuture.org.au

What we do.

We invite groups of up to 4 people to our workshop where they will be guided in the process of upcycling furniture to achieve a professional finish.

Participants have access to the complete range of Artisan Paint Company products including over 100 colours of chalk and mineral paints.

Once completed, they take their newly upcycled furniture home (delivery can be arranged at no cost to the new owner).

Workshops are either 1 or 2 days.

Lunch and refreshments are provided.

Harboring creativity and connection.

When it comes to upcycling furniture, the creative potential is endless. Creative expression offers a range of mental health benefits, providing individuals with a means to express themselves, reduce stress, enhance self-esteem, develop cognitive skills, promote mindfulness, and build relationships.

Our workshops stimulate social connection between individuals who have shared similar experiences. This has the potential to yield validation, empathy, support, shared coping strategies, and a sense of belonging. Interacting with people we can relate to plays a vital role in breaking isolation, rebuilding trust, and fostering post-traumatic growth.

Establishing a new home.

Establishing a new home is a significant step towards reestablishing personal safety, control and opportunities for growth. It is important that we create a space that makes us feel proud and comfortable, and that reflects our unique personal style. What better way do this than creating your own, bespoke piece?

Caring for the environment.

‘Fast furniture’ is a major contributor to Australia’s waste crisis. Upcycling well-made pieces prevents them from going into land fill. We source quality, solid wood furniture that will stand strong for years to come. Our upcycling paints and finishes are eco-friendly, VOC free, Australian made products proudly provided by Artisan Paint Company.

Start a conversation.

Feel free to contact us with any questions.

Email
contact@reclaimthefuture.org.au