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Your Actions Make a Big Impact

Did you know that your thrift finds and donated goods do more than find a second home at Goodwill? They support programs that every year help millions build skills, earn jobs and redefine their futures. Understand your contribution through our nonprofit community impact report.

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Milestones Powered by People Like You

Every step forward brings us closer to our goals, thanks to your support.

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Breaking Pay Barriers

140,000+ people landed employment with support from Goodwill last year.
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Adult Education

Last year, more than 21,000 people, including Goodwill employees, attained new educational degrees or credentials through Goodwill programs. 
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Waste Diverted 

Last year, we recovered the value of more than 4.4 billion pounds of goods.
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Skills for All

Since 2017, the Goodwill Digital Career Accelerator® has provided digital skills training to more than 2 million learners in over 120 cities. 
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Economic Impact

Every day, close to 400 people find employment thanks to support from Goodwill career centers.

Our Legacy of Sustainability

With support from our donors, partners and shoppers, Goodwill plays a critical role in powering the circular economy as one of the biggest collectors of used goods and promoters of reuse.

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Reduce Waste, Fund Opportunity

Our model is based on trying to prevent products from going to waste while getting the most value from them to support our training- and employment-based mission, and we’ve been doing this for over 120 years.

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620M Electronics Diverted from Landfills

Thanks to Goodwill’s Dell Reconnect partnership, millions of pounds of e-waste are kept out of landfills every year.

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4.4B Value Recovered from Donated Goods

Through resale and recycling, Goodwill recovers billions in value from donated goods—fueling programs and reducing waste.

Meet the People You Help

Behind every donation and purchase is a story of hope. These are the individuals whose lives have been transformed through your unwavering support.
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Warren

IT Consultant

From Digital Learner to IT Professional

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted Warren’s life in many ways, including being laid off from his previous job. But with guidance and encouragement, he picked himself back up and became a working IT specialist, proving that the right support can transform dreams into careers.
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Nicole

IT Manager

Career Confidence With Security

After a period of uncertainty, Nicole discovered Goodwill and found more than just a job—she found confidence and direction. Through coaching and skill-building programs, she rebuilt her sense of purpose and secured a stable future for herself and her family.
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Travita

Warehouse Manager

Seeing How Hard Work Pays Off

Travita’s path wasn’t always easy, but Goodwill helped her see the value of her determination. With access to career development resources, she turned hard work into real progress, showing that resilience and support can open doors to new beginnings.
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Dan

National Guard

A Newfound Independence and Confidence

For Dan, Goodwill meant a chance to grow and thrive on his own terms. He leveraged employment programs to build workplace skills and step confidently into the workforce, gaining both independence and a newfound self-belief along the way.
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Humberto

Custodian

Enjoying new-found purpose through a first job

Humberto turned his life around with the help of Goodwill. And he’s not alone. Every year, thousands of people access free career resources and training opportunities provided by Goodwill to change their lives. When you donate, you help make that happen. That’s how Goodwill becomes the place where your things start new lives.
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Your Goodwill Ripple Effect

Discover how your support transforms into jobs, skills and a healthier planet.

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