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College ‘Undie Classic’ Results in 1,400 lb. Clothing Donation to FL Goodwill
Goodwill® agencies are committed to helping college students and other youth succeed by providing access to financial education, mentoring and job readiness skills. While usually on the giving end of youth engagement, Goodwill of Central Florida found itself on the receiving end of a university initiative this month, when University of Central Florida students donated more than 1,400 pounds of clothing during the Sigma Nu fraternity’s annual “Undie Classic.”
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My Story: Cornelius Furr, Sr.
Following time in prison, Cornelius faced challenges finding employment and was barely making ends meet. He heard about the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), managed in his community by Goodwill, where he learned valuable work skills and gained motivation to go to college. He credits the program and Goodwill for helping him get back on his feet.
House Bills Unveiled This Week Have Implications for Job Training
This week, House Republicans unveiled a $3.5 trillion spending plan that proposes to reduce the national debt. The proposal, which aims to balance the budget by 2040, relies heavily on significant spending reductions for a number of popular social programs including Medicare, Medicaid and food stamps. Education and job training programs would also be consolidated.
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Crucial Skills to Find a Job at a Call Center
Tom from Des Moines, IA, asks, "I've heard that a local employer is increasing its call center staff. What kind of skills do I need to be successful there?"
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Goodwill® Roots for "Star" Athlete As He Takes to the Dance Floor
Goodwill supporter and professional football player Donald Driver took to the dance floor last night with energy and athleticism on the premier of the 14th season of ABC’s hit show, “Dancing with the Stars.” The Green Bay Packers’ wide receiver began his relationship with Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin (Milwaukee) in March 2003, signing autographs
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Goodwill® Roots for “Star” Athlete As He Takes to the Dance Floor
Goodwill supporter and professional football player Donald Driver took to the dance floor last night with energy and athleticism on the premier of the 14th season of ABC’s hit show, “Dancing with the Stars.” The Green Bay Packers’ wide receiver began his relationship with Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin (Milwaukee) in March 2003, signing autographs
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My Story: Daniel Watson
Daniel Watson, who is deaf, previously owned a vending machine business in Alabama; however, business slowed down and he began losing money. He closed the business and moved to Marietta, GA, where he worked several jobs for short periods of time but could not maintain employment.
How to Help Others Get Organized
A 'motivation partner' is one of the best ways to jump-start your organizing goals. Just like having a workout partner, having a friend to be accountable to is a great way to make sure your projects get done.
Goodwill® Is Going to the Hill!
Goodwill Industries International, Inc. (GII) is looking forward to conducting its sixth annual Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, April 17. As Congress considers what can be accomplished before the elections, GII is working to ensure that our elected leaders recognize the resources that Goodwill’s enterprise, comprised of 158 community-based organizations, brings to the
Education and Practice Can Dispel Your Computer Fears
Alyssa from Roanoke, VA, asks, “I have computer phobia! How do I conquer my fear of using computers so that I'm more employable?”
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Georgia Goodwill® Job Fair Connects Job Seekers with More than 500 Opportunities
Fifteen companies at a Goodwill hosted job fair in Augusta, GA, last week were looking to fill more than 500 positions. More than 700 job seekers turned out for the event. “So many people are looking. I wanted to be here first thing,” said one job seeker.
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