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Fall in Love with 7 Easy & Fun Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Posted on February 12, 2021 (February 26, 2021) by [email protected]

As we approach Valentine’s Day, here are seven ideas of things to lovingly make for that special someone—even if that special someone is you! There is something magical that happens in us when we take even a moment to create something. As Psychologist & Harvard Professor Howard Gardner once said, “Creativity begins with an affinity for something. It’s like falling in love.” Rock Star Lenny Kravitz also has his take on it when he said, “Love, creativity, and opportunity is in the air. Take it in and do your thing.”

Three Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas Perfect for Anyone (Even Yourself)

Posted on February 6, 2017 (January 19, 2024) by Vanessa Cardoni

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples anymore! Of course, if you’re a fella looking for the perfect gift to give, we’ve got you covered, but these ideas are also great for galentines or if you’re practicing the very important art of self-love. No matter who you are or who you’re treating this February 14, we’ve got some easy DIY gift ideas for you!

5+ Ways to Give Virtual Gratitude to Colleagues During the Holiday Season

Posted on November 23, 2020 (November 17, 2020) by Katherine Michaud Smith

By this time last year, many of us started to organize holiday team celebrations, packed with food, fun and face-to-face laughter. This year is much different: we are racking our brains trying to figure out methods to show gratitude towards our coworkers in safe and fun ways.

Goodwill Manasota Partners with Local Electric Company to Give Local Veteran a Holiday Surprise

Posted on December 18, 2018 by Savanna Mickens

The holiday season will be a little more special for one Florida family. Thanks to Goodwill Manasota and Florida Power & Light (FPL), the Landis family’s home has been transformed into a winter wonderland at no cost to them, complete with more than 1,000 energy-efficient lights, a Santa Claus figure, stocking and present props, and even a palm tree!

GOODWILL® CELEBRATES NATIONAL THRIFT SHOP DAY

Posted on August 17, 2015 by Vanessa Cardoni

Shop Goodwill and Help People Earn Jobs! ROCKVILLE, MD — Goodwill Industries International celebrates National Thrift Shop Day and encourages people to shop at Goodwill to do more than just snag great deals. With each purchase at Goodwill, shoppers contribute to programs that provide education, skills training and career development that help people earn jobs

Tips for Accomplishing Popular New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Julia Marchand

For some, though, the pressure of succeeding with a new year’s resolution can actually be pretty overwhelming. To help avoid this anxiety, I thought I’d look into some of the most popular resolutions and offer up a starting point for anyone interested in undertaking them.

Tips for Accomplishing Popular New Year's Resolutions

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Vanessa Cardoni

Ten Ways to Save Money This Holiday Season

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

Helena from Bakersfield, CA, asks, “The holiday season is still a few months away, but I’m already stressing about how I’m going to manage everything. I want my family to have a good experience, but I’m barely making ends meet as it is. Help!”

Northern Illinois Goodwill Supports Students in Their Return to School

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Vanessa Cardoni

Group of three students wear backpacksIn preparation for the new school year, Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois (Rockford) recently partnered with Project 16:49, a local nonprofit organization, to host a backpack donation drive benefiting Rock County homeless youth. Community members were encouraged to donate school supplies and nonperishable goods for the event at the Rockford Goodwill’s Retail Store/Donation Center. Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois has also awarded seven local community colleges $31,500 in scholarship funds targeting persons with challenges to advance their education.

Hold a Baby Shower on a Budget with Items from Goodwill®

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Evette Rios

I love showers! Baby showers, wedding showers and April showers (because they bring May flowers!). So when I realized that one of my dearest friends, Robyn, didn't have a plan for a baby shower, I sprang into action enlisting the help of my craftiest friends to create a shower for her that she would never forget.

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